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+---
+labels: triage
+---
+
 # Required:
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 [ ] I believe this isn't a duplicate topic  
diff --git a/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/feature_request.md b/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/feature_request.md
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-name: Feature request
-about: Suggest a new feature for OpenTimelineio
-title: ''
-labels: ''
-assignees: ''
-
----
-
-## Feature Request
-
-Is this a New Feature, or a Proposed Change to existing Behavior?
-
-## Description
-
-Describe the new feature, or describe the modification to existing behavior, and provide context as necessary to help with understanding how the feature relates to a workflow or functionality.
-
-## Context
-
-Add any other context here, such as simulated output, or screenshots, that might help clarify the request.