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      • Must contain at least eight (8) characters
      • Must contain at least one (1) uppercase letter (A-Z)
      • Must contain at least one (1) lower case letter (a-z)
      • Must contain at least one (1) number (0-9)
      • Must contain at least one (1) special character (e.g. ! @ # $ % ^ & *)
      • Cannot be the same as the previous six (6) passwords
      • Cannot contain dictionary words, names, or your Username
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  • Click the Send Temporary Code button, then access your email account to access the temporary code.
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