CERTIFICATION AND DIGITAL SIGNATURE

Certification:
I, Thomas D. Coates, hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the United States and the Commonwealth of Virginia that the foregoing document, including all statements, addenda, and attached exhibits, is true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief. I further certify that this document is submitted in good faith, that all factual assertions are supported by evidence or are believed to be true, and that all legal arguments are made in accordance with applicable law and professional standards.

/s/ Thomas D. Coates
Thomas D. Coates
tdcoates@gmail.com  |  (757) 374-3539
Dated: May 21, 2025
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