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When he had to fill out paperwork, his wife was contacted even though all his details were on file.
From BBC • Jun. 26, 2026
Stearn said he was unaware of the suspended status until The Times notified him about it, and noted that it appeared the state agency had the wrong address on file for the foundation.
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026
In addition, the account allows you to review the information the agency has on file, including your earnings history and addresses.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026
In the Texas Panhandle, Potter County elections officials quickly confirmed through DPS that three of nine voters on their list had proof of citizenship on file.
From Salon • Feb. 27, 2026
“Apparently they do have them. Bunny was in the Boy Scouts and his troop went in and was fingerprinted for some kind of Law Enforcement badge, years ago. They’re still on file somewhere.”
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
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