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Oregon standard in Washington

20 Washington opinions name it 2 courts 1891–2025 3 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by Washington courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (8)

CaseFollowedCited
State v. Hopsongreen
wash · 1989 · cited in 2 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2014–2018
2 sentences

2014The court also concluded that where the witness's testimony was inadvertent or even grossly negligent, the testimony "would not meet the Oregon standard to bar retrial even ifthe bar applied to witnesses." Hopson. 113 Wn.2d at 282 - 10 No. 71058-3-1/11 83.2 Here, as in Hopson. even if Deputy O'Neill's testimony was even grossly negligent, neither federal law nor the Oregon standard barred retrial.

2014The court also concluded that where the witness's testimony was inadvertent or even grossly negligent, the testimony "would not meet the Oregon standard to bar retrial even ifthe bar applied to witnesses." Hopson. 113 Wn.2d at 282 - 10 No. 71058-3-1/11 83.2 Here, as in Hopson. even if Deputy O'Neill's testimony was even grossly negligent, neither federal law nor the Oregon standard barred retrial.

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Betschart v. Washington County Circuit Court Judgesgreen
ca9 · 2024 · cited in 1 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2025–2025
1 sentence

2025Betschart v. Oregon, 103 F.4th 607, 614 (9th Cir. 2024).

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State v. Kennedygreen
or · 1983 · cited in 1 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2018–2018
2 sentences

2018Ed. 2d 416 (1982); State v. Hopson, 113 Wn.2d 273, 280 , 778 P.2d 1014 (1989). 18 Hopson, 113 Wn.2d at 280 . 19 Kennedy, 456 U.S. at 676 . 29 Id. at 675-76 . 21Hopson, 113 Wn.2d at 280 (citing State v. Kennedy, 295 Or. 260, 276 , 666 P.2d 1316, 1326 (1983)). 22 Id. (quoting Kennedy, 295 Or. at 276 ). 23 Id. (quoting Kennedy, 295 Or. at 272 ). 24 Id. at 277-78 ; State v. Lewis, 78 Wn.

2018Ed. 2d 416 (1982); State v. Hopson, 113 Wn.2d 273, 280 , 778 P.2d 1014 (1989). 18 Hopson, 113 Wn.2d at 280 . 19 Kennedy, 456 U.S. at 676 . 29 Id. at 675-76 . 21Hopson, 113 Wn.2d at 280 (citing State v. Kennedy, 295 Or. 260, 276 , 666 P.2d 1316, 1326 (1983)). 22 Id. (quoting Kennedy, 295 Or. at 276 ). 23 Id. (quoting Kennedy, 295 Or. at 272 ). 24 Id. at 277-78 ; State v. Lewis, 78 Wn.

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Zenaida-Garcia v. Recovery Systems Technology, Inc.green
washctapp · 2005 · cited in 1 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2014–2014
2 sentences

2014Zenaida -Garcia, 128 Wn.

2014Zenaida -Garcia, 128 Wn.

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State v. Williamsgreen
orctapp · 1980 · cited in 1 Washington opinions naming this issue, 1989–1989
2 sentences

1989See, e.g., State v. Williams, 48 Or.

1989See, e.g., State v. Williams, 48 Or.

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Commonwealth v. Murchisongreen
mass · 1984 · cited in 1 Washington opinions naming this issue, 1988–1988
2 sentences

1988Accord, Pool v. Superior Court, 139 Ariz. 98 , 677 P.2d 261, 268 (1984) (similar to Oregon's standard); Commonwealth v. Murchison, 392 Mass. 273, 276 , 465 N.E.2d 256, 258 (1984) (reprosecution is prohibited where prosecutorial misconduct either meets the Oregon v. Kennedy standard or "[wjhere the governmental conduct resulted in such irremediable harm that a fair trial ... is no longer possible").

1988Accord, Pool v. Superior Court, 139 Ariz. 98 , 677 P.2d 261, 268 (1984) (similar to Oregon's standard); Commonwealth v. Murchison, 392 Mass. 273, 276 , 465 N.E.2d 256, 258 (1984) (reprosecution is prohibited where prosecutorial misconduct either meets the Oregon v. Kennedy standard or "[wjhere the governmental conduct resulted in such irremediable harm that a fair trial ... is no longer possible").

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Pool v. Superior Courtgreen
ariz · 1984 · cited in 1 Washington opinions naming this issue, 1988–1988
2 sentences

1988Accord, Pool v. Superior Court, 139 Ariz. 98 , 677 P.2d 261, 268 (1984) (similar to Oregon's standard); Commonwealth v. Murchison, 392 Mass. 273, 276 , 465 N.E.2d 256, 258 (1984) (reprosecution is prohibited where prosecutorial misconduct either meets the Oregon v. Kennedy standard or "[wjhere the governmental conduct resulted in such irremediable harm that a fair trial ... is no longer possible").

1988Accord, Pool v. Superior Court, 139 Ariz. 98 , 677 P.2d 261, 268 (1984) (similar to Oregon's standard); Commonwealth v. Murchison, 392 Mass. 273, 276 , 465 N.E.2d 256, 258 (1984) (reprosecution is prohibited where prosecutorial misconduct either meets the Oregon v. Kennedy standard or "[wjhere the governmental conduct resulted in such irremediable harm that a fair trial ... is no longer possible").

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In re the Estate of McKinneygreen
nysurct · 1940 · cited in 1 Washington opinions naming this issue, 1972–1972
2 sentences

1972Hilton v. Probate Court, 145 Minn. 155 , 176 N.W. 493 (1920); In re Estate of McKinney, 175 Misc. 377 , 24 N.Y.S.2d 906, 909 (1940); Black v. Beagle, 59 Wyo. 268 , 139 P.2d 439 , 140 P.2d 594 , 148 A.L.R. 243 (1943). *96 Washington recognized the soundness of the Oregon approach in In re Estate of Eilermann, 179 Wash. 15 , 35 P.2d 763 (1934), where the Oregon rule that an owner’s interest in land is converted into personal property when he enters into an executory contract for the sale of the land and places the purchaser in possession was noted with approval.

1972Hilton v. Probate Court, 145 Minn. 155 , 176 N.W. 493 (1920); In re Estate of McKinney, 175 Misc. 377 , 24 N.Y.S.2d 906, 909 (1940); Black v. Beagle, 59 Wyo. 268 , 139 P.2d 439 , 140 P.2d 594 , 148 A.L.R. 243 (1943). *96 Washington recognized the soundness of the Oregon approach in In re Estate of Eilermann, 179 Wash. 15 , 35 P.2d 763 (1934), where the Oregon rule that an owner’s interest in land is converted into personal property when he enters into an executory contract for the sale of the land and places the purchaser in possession was noted with approval.

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Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

CaseNegativeCited
No negative-treatment citations attached to this issue in Washington. Read the followed side critically anyway.

Also cited on this issue (25)

CaseCitedYears
In re the Disciplinary Proceeding Against Lopez green
wash · 2005
2 sentences

2011Lopez, 153 Wash.2d at 580 , 106 P.3d 221 .

2011Lopez, 153 Wn.2d at 580 .

32011–2011
Alderson v. State of Oregon green
orctapp · 1991
2 sentences

2021Alderson v. State, 105 Or.

2021Alderson v. State, 105 Or.

22021–2021
State v. Lewis green
washctapp · 1995
2 sentences

2020Additionally, on the facts of this case, it appears the result would be the same under either standard. 7 Lewis, 78 Wn.

2018Turning to the slightly broader Oregon standard, the court in Lewis, observed that retrial was barred if the deliberate misconduct of the prosecutor 35 78 Wn.

22018–2020
In Re Disciplinary Proceeding Against Lopez green
wash · 2005
2 sentences

2011Lopez, 153 Wash.2d at 580 , 106 P.3d 221 .

2011Lopez, 153 Wash.2d at 580 , 106 P.3d 221 .

22011–2011
Birklid v. Boeing Co. green
wash · 1995
2 sentences

2005In addition, the Birklid court rejected Oregon’s test, which focused on “whether the employer had an opportunity consciously to weigh the consequences of its act and knew that someone, not necessarily the plaintiff specifically, would be injured.” Birklid, 127 Wn.2d at 865 (citing Lusk v. Monaco Motor Homes, Inc., 97 Or.

2005In addition, the Birklid court rejected Oregon's test, which focused on "whether the employer had an opportunity consciously to weigh the consequences of its act and knew that someone, not necessarily the plaintiff specifically, would be injured." Birklid, 127 Wash.2d at 865 , 904 P.2d 278 (citing Lusk v. Monaco Motor Homes, Inc., 97 Or.App. 182 , 775 P.2d 891 (1989)).

22005–2005
Lusk v. Monaco Motor Homes, Inc. green
orctapp · 1989
2 sentences

2005In addition, the Birklid court rejected Oregon’s test, which focused on “whether the employer had an opportunity consciously to weigh the consequences of its act and knew that someone, not necessarily the plaintiff specifically, would be injured.” Birklid, 127 Wn.2d at 865 (citing Lusk v. Monaco Motor Homes, Inc., 97 Or.

2005In addition, the Birklid court rejected Oregon's test, which focused on "whether the employer had an opportunity consciously to weigh the consequences of its act and knew that someone, not necessarily the plaintiff specifically, would be injured." Birklid, 127 Wash.2d at 865 , 904 P.2d 278 (citing Lusk v. Monaco Motor Homes, Inc., 97 Or.App. 182 , 775 P.2d 891 (1989)).

22005–2005
State v. Strine green
wash · 2013
2 sentences

2020Because our Supreme Court has held the federal and state constitutional prohibitions on double jeopardy “afford the same protections and are identical,” Strine, 176 Wn.2d at 751 (quoting Ervin, 158 Wn.2d at 752), and the court applied the more limited federal standard in State v. Benn, 161 Wn.2d 256, 270 , 165 P.3d 1232 (2007), we decline to apply the broader Oregon standard.

2020Because our Supreme Court has held the federal and state constitutional prohibitions on double jeopardy “afford the same protections and are identical,” Strine, 176 Wn.2d at 751 (quoting Ervin, 158 Wn.2d at 752), and the court applied the more limited federal standard in State v. Benn, 161 Wn.2d 256, 270 , 165 P.3d 1232 (2007), we decline to apply the broader Oregon standard.

12020–2020
State v. Benn green
wash · 2007
2 sentences

2020Because our Supreme Court has held the federal and state constitutional prohibitions on double jeopardy “afford the same protections and are identical,” Strine, 176 Wn.2d at 751 (quoting Ervin, 158 Wn.2d at 752), and the court applied the more limited federal standard in State v. Benn, 161 Wn.2d 256, 270 , 165 P.3d 1232 (2007), we decline to apply the broader Oregon standard.

2020Because our Supreme Court has held the federal and state constitutional prohibitions on double jeopardy “afford the same protections and are identical,” Strine, 176 Wn.2d at 751 (quoting Ervin, 158 Wn.2d at 752), and the court applied the more limited federal standard in State v. Benn, 161 Wn.2d 256, 270 , 165 P.3d 1232 (2007), we decline to apply the broader Oregon standard.

12020–2020
State v. Benn green
wash · 2007
2 sentences

2020Because our Supreme Court has held the federal and state constitutional prohibitions on double jeopardy “afford the same protections and are identical,” Strine, 176 Wn.2d at 751 (quoting Ervin, 158 Wn.2d at 752), and the court applied the more limited federal standard in State v. Benn, 161 Wn.2d 256, 270 , 165 P.3d 1232 (2007), we decline to apply the broader Oregon standard.

2020Because our Supreme Court has held the federal and state constitutional prohibitions on double jeopardy “afford the same protections and are identical,” Strine, 176 Wn.2d at 751 (quoting Ervin, 158 Wn.2d at 752), and the court applied the more limited federal standard in State v. Benn, 161 Wn.2d 256, 270 , 165 P.3d 1232 (2007), we decline to apply the broader Oregon standard.

12020–2020
State v. Rich green
washctapp · 1992
2 sentences

2018Both require a "rare and compelling" set of facts before dismissal is warranted.34 31 63 Wn.

2018Both require a "rare and compelling" set of facts before dismissal is warranted.34 31 63 Wn.

12018–2018
Oregon v. Kennedy green
scotus · 1982
2 sentences

2018If the prosecutor intended to goad the defense into seeking a mistrial, re-trial is precluded.19 Other bad faith actions by the prosecutor are not enough.20 Washington courts have recognized the possibility of a slightly broader exception based on the Oregon Supreme Court's interpretation of its state constitution.21 Under the "Oregon standard," double jeopardy precludes retrial if the prosecutor "knows that the conduct is improper and prejudicial and either intends or is indifferent to the resulting mistrial or reversal."22 The difference between the federal and Oregon standards is quite narr

2018If the prosecutor intended to goad the defense into seeking a mistrial, re-trial is precluded.19 Other bad faith actions by the prosecutor are not enough.20 Washington courts have recognized the possibility of a slightly broader exception based on the Oregon Supreme Court's interpretation of its state constitution.21 Under the "Oregon standard," double jeopardy precludes retrial if the prosecutor "knows that the conduct is improper and prejudicial and either intends or is indifferent to the resulting mistrial or reversal."22 The difference between the federal and Oregon standards is quite narr

12018–2018
Birklid v. Boeing Co. green
wash · 1995
1 sentence

2005In addition, the Birklid court rejected Oregon's test, which focused on "whether the employer had an opportunity consciously to weigh the consequences of its act and knew that someone, not necessarily the plaintiff specifically, would be injured." Birklid, 127 Wash.2d at 865 , 904 P.2d 278 (citing Lusk v. Monaco Motor Homes, Inc., 97 Or.App. 182 , 775 P.2d 891 (1989)).

12005–2005
State v. Clark green
or · 1981
2 sentences

1991Since Washington modeled its privileges and immunities clause after the Oregon clause and since the two clauses are substantially identical, we can look to Oregon decisions for guidance. [50] In State v. Clark, 291 Or. 231 , 630 P.2d 810 , cert. denied, 454 U.S. 1084 (1981), the defendant challenged the procedure of charging a defendant pursuant to an information as opposed to an indictment.

1991Since Washington modeled its privileges and immunities clause after the Oregon clause and since the two clauses are substantially identical, we can look to Oregon decisions for guidance. [50] In State v. Clark, 291 Or. 231 , 630 P.2d 810 , cert. denied, 454 U.S. 1084 (1981), the defendant challenged the procedure of charging a defendant pursuant to an information as opposed to an indictment.

11991–1991
O'Connell v. Kniskern green
scotus · 1981
2 sentences

1991Since Washington modeled its privileges and immunities clause after the Oregon clause and since the two clauses are substantially identical, we can look to Oregon decisions for guidance. 50 In State v. Clark, 291 Or. 231 , 630 P.2d 810 , cert. denied, 454 U.S. 1084 (1981), the defendant challenged the procedure of charging a defendant pursuant to an information as opposed to an indictment.

1991Since Washington modeled its privileges and immunities clause after the Oregon clause and since the two clauses are substantially identical, we can look to Oregon decisions for guidance. [50] In State v. Clark, 291 Or. 231 , 630 P.2d 810 , cert. denied, 454 U.S. 1084 (1981), the defendant challenged the procedure of charging a defendant pursuant to an information as opposed to an indictment.

11991–1991
State v. Vaughn green
wash · 1984
2 sentences

1989App. 171 , 672 P.2d 771 (1983), aff'd, 101 Wn.2d 604 , 682 P.2d 878 (1984). 7 The only authority cited by appellant which would support a narrow interpretation of the Washington rule is from the official comment to the Oregon rule which parallels ER 801(d)(1)(iii).

1989App. 171 , 672 P.2d 771 (1983), aff'd, 101 Wn.2d 604 , 682 P.2d 878 (1984). 7 The only authority cited by appellant which would support a narrow interpretation of the Washington rule is from the official comment to the Oregon rule which parallels ER 801(d)(1)(iii).

11989–1989
State v. Vaughn green
washctapp · 1983
2 sentences

1989App. 171 , 672 P.2d 771 (1983), aff'd, 101 Wn.2d 604 , 682 P.2d 878 (1984). 7 The only authority cited by appellant which would support a narrow interpretation of the Washington rule is from the official comment to the Oregon rule which parallels ER 801(d)(1)(iii).

1989App. 171 , 672 P.2d 771 (1983), aff'd, 101 Wn.2d 604 , 682 P.2d 878 (1984). 7 The only authority cited by appellant which would support a narrow interpretation of the Washington rule is from the official comment to the Oregon rule which parallels ER 801(d)(1)(iii).

11989–1989
Wilson v. Steinbach green
wash · 1982
2 sentences

1987Fernandez appealed directly to the Supreme Court, which transferred the case to this court. *33 A summary judgment is properly granted only if the pleadings, affidavits, depositions and admissions in the file "demonstrate there is no genuine issue as to any material fact, and that the moving party is entitled to judgment as a matter of law." Wilson v. Steinbach, 98 Wn.2d 434, 437 , 656 P.2d 1030 (1982).

1987Fernandez appealed directly to the Supreme Court, which transferred the case to this court. *33 A summary judgment is properly granted only if the pleadings, affidavits, depositions and admissions in the file "demonstrate there is no genuine issue as to any material fact, and that the moving party is entitled to judgment as a matter of law." Wilson v. Steinbach, 98 Wn.2d 434, 437 , 656 P.2d 1030 (1982).

11987–1987
State v. Brown green
or · 1972
2 sentences

1979I would adopt the Oregon rule in State v. Brown, 262 Ore. 442, 458 , 497 P.2d 1191 (1972), where it is held that a second prosecution is for the "same offense" and is prohibited if (1) the charges arise out of the same act or transaction, and (2) the charges could have been tried in the same court [at the same time], and (3) the prosecutor knew or reasonably should have known of the facts relevant to the second charge at the time of the original prosecution. *930 This rule comports with the spirit of the doctrine of double jeopardy.

1979I would adopt the Oregon rule in State v. Brown, 262 Ore. 442, 458 , 497 P.2d 1191 (1972), where it is held that a second prosecution is for the "same offense" and is prohibited if (1) the charges arise out of the same act or transaction, and (2) the charges could have been tried in the same court [at the same time], and (3) the prosecutor knew or reasonably should have known of the facts relevant to the second charge at the time of the original prosecution. *930 This rule comports with the spirit of the doctrine of double jeopardy.

11979–1979
State ex rel. Hilton v. Probate Court of Ramsey neutral
minn · 1920
2 sentences

1972Hilton v. Probate Court, 145 Minn. 155 , 176 N.W. 493 (1920); In re Estate of McKinney, 175 Misc. 377 , 24 N.Y.S.2d 906, 909 (1940); Black v. Beagle, 59 Wyo. 268 , 139 P.2d 439 , 140 P.2d 594 , 148 A.L.R. 243 (1943). *96 Washington recognized the soundness of the Oregon approach in In re Estate of Eilermann, 179 Wash. 15 , 35 P.2d 763 (1934), where the Oregon rule that an owner’s interest in land is converted into personal property when he enters into an executory contract for the sale of the land and places the purchaser in possession was noted with approval.

1972Hilton v. Probate Court, 145 Minn. 155 , 176 N.W. 493 (1920); In re Estate of McKinney, 175 Misc. 377 , 24 N.Y.S.2d 906, 909 (1940); Black v. Beagle, 59 Wyo. 268 , 139 P.2d 439 , 140 P.2d 594 , 148 A.L.R. 243 (1943). *96 Washington recognized the soundness of the Oregon approach in In re Estate of Eilermann, 179 Wash. 15 , 35 P.2d 763 (1934), where the Oregon rule that an owner’s interest in land is converted into personal property when he enters into an executory contract for the sale of the land and places the purchaser in possession was noted with approval.

11972–1972
In Re Eilermann's Estate green
wash · 1934
2 sentences

1972Hilton v. Probate Court, 145 Minn. 155 , 176 N.W. 493 (1920); In re Estate of McKinney, 175 Misc. 377 , 24 N.Y.S.2d 906, 909 (1940); Black v. Beagle, 59 Wyo. 268 , 139 P.2d 439 , 140 P.2d 594 , 148 A.L.R. 243 (1943). *96 Washington recognized the soundness of the Oregon approach in In re Estate of Eilermann, 179 Wash. 15 , 35 P.2d 763 (1934), where the Oregon rule that an owner’s interest in land is converted into personal property when he enters into an executory contract for the sale of the land and places the purchaser in possession was noted with approval.

1972Hilton v. Probate Court, 145 Minn. 155 , 176 N.W. 493 (1920); In re Estate of McKinney, 175 Misc. 377 , 24 N.Y.S.2d 906, 909 (1940); Black v. Beagle, 59 Wyo. 268 , 139 P.2d 439 , 140 P.2d 594 , 148 A.L.R. 243 (1943). *96 Washington recognized the soundness of the Oregon approach in In re Estate of Eilermann, 179 Wash. 15 , 35 P.2d 763 (1934), where the Oregon rule that an owner’s interest in land is converted into personal property when he enters into an executory contract for the sale of the land and places the purchaser in possession was noted with approval.

11972–1972
Black Et Ux. v. Beagle green
· 1943
2 sentences

1972Hilton v. Probate Court, 145 Minn. 155 , 176 N.W. 493 (1920); In re Estate of McKinney, 175 Misc. 377 , 24 N.Y.S.2d 906, 909 (1940); Black v. Beagle, 59 Wyo. 268 , 139 P.2d 439 , 140 P.2d 594 , 148 A.L.R. 243 (1943). *96 Washington recognized the soundness of the Oregon approach in In re Estate of Eilermann, 179 Wash. 15 , 35 P.2d 763 (1934), where the Oregon rule that an owner’s interest in land is converted into personal property when he enters into an executory contract for the sale of the land and places the purchaser in possession was noted with approval.

1972Hilton v. Probate Court, 145 Minn. 155 , 176 N.W. 493 (1920); In re Estate of McKinney, 175 Misc. 377 , 24 N.Y.S.2d 906, 909 (1940); Black v. Beagle, 59 Wyo. 268 , 139 P.2d 439 , 140 P.2d 594 , 148 A.L.R. 243 (1943). *96 Washington recognized the soundness of the Oregon approach in In re Estate of Eilermann, 179 Wash. 15 , 35 P.2d 763 (1934), where the Oregon rule that an owner’s interest in land is converted into personal property when he enters into an executory contract for the sale of the land and places the purchaser in possession was noted with approval.

11972–1972
Davie v. Davie neutral
wash · 1907
2 sentences

1972The Eilermann case held that the vendor’s interest in a real estate contract is intangible personal property, citing Davie v. Davie, 47 Wash. 231 , 91 P. 950 (1907), for the proposition that the vendor under a real estate contract has an interest which is but the right to the proceeds which is personal rather than real property.

1972The Eilermann case held that the vendor’s interest in a real estate contract is intangible personal property, citing Davie v. Davie, 47 Wash. 231 , 91 P. 950 (1907), for the proposition that the vendor under a real estate contract has an interest which is but the right to the proceeds which is personal rather than real property.

11972–1972
Atlee v. Packet Co. green
scotus · 1875
11891–1891
Northwestern Union Packet Co. v. Atlee neutral
circtdia · 1873
11891–1891
Bowman v. Wathen green
indianad · 1841
11891–1891

Statutes the citing opinions construe

WA § Wash. Rev. Code § 7.21.030 (3)

Counted by distinct opinions that both name this issue and are annotated to the section; sections every opinion cites regardless of issue are not filtered here, so read the counts against the total above.

Where else courts name it

OR 117 (1930–2026) WA 20 (1891–2025) CA 11 (1977–2021) IL 6 (1966–2008) MO 5 (1976–2007) HI 4 (1965–2011) IA 3 (1995–2019) MN 3 (1985–2009) GA 3 (2021–2021) MI 3 (1968–2023) NJ 2 (1991–1991) CO 2 (1983–1997) IN 2 (1997–1998) AK 2 (1974–1995) NE 2 (1993–2006) VT 2 (1988–2010) OK 2 (1931–1993) PA 2 (1983–2005) MT 2 (1987–1994) NM 2 (1934–1934) AZ 2 (1968–1995) MS 2 (2000–2002) WI 2 (1989–1995)

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