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+## Changes
+
+<!--
+Provide a summary of what is included in this Pull Request (PR).
+-->
+
+## Issues
+
+<!--
+Reference any issues related to this PR.
+If this PR fixes any issues, [use a keyword](https://docs.github.com/en/issues/tracking-your-work-with-issues/linking-a-pull-request-to-an-issue#linking-a-pull-request-to-an-issue-using-a-keyword)
+when referring to the issue.
+-->
+
+## PR Checklist
+
+(~Strikethrough~ any points that are not applicable.)
+
+- [ ] This comment contains a description of changes with justifications, with any relevant issues linked.
+- [ ] Update docs if there are any API changes.
+- [ ] Update `CHANGELOG.md` with a short description of any user-facing changes and reference the PR number. Guidelines: https://keepachangelog.com/en/1.1.0/
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-name: Pull Request report
-about: Create a Pull Request for the pipeline
-title: ''
-labels: ''
-assignees: 'slsevilla'
-
-**Overview of the Request**
-Provide a summary of what is included in this Pull Request
-
-**Issues**
-Reference any issues that were included in this request.
-
-**Reviewers**
-Use the @ feature to mention anyone responsible for reviewing/completing this request.
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