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POLICY FILE / EFFECTIVE SEPTEMBER 2, 2026

AI Use Policy

Where automation may assist—and where editorial responsibility stays human.

Permitted assistance

AI tools may assist with research organization, transcription, formatting, summaries, code, and design production. The site-wide social-preview artwork is an AI-assisted brand graphic, not documentary evidence.

Source verification

AI output is not treated as a source. Factual claims intended for publication should be checked against the referenced filing, contract, government record, or other original document.

Accountability

Human editors remain responsible for what is published, including framing, sourcing, corrections, and disclosure of material synthetic content.