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+## Issue description
+<!-- What is this change intended to accomplish?  What problem does it solve?
+     If this change resolves a GitHub issue, include the issue number. -->
+
+## Solution description
+<!-- Explain here how your PR solves the problem, what approach it takes. -->
+
+## Checklist
+I have done my best to ensure that…
+* [ ] …I have familiarized myself with the CONTRIBUTING.md file
+* [ ] …this change follows the coding style and design patterns of the codebase
+* [ ] …I own the intellectual property rights to this code
+* [ ] …the intent of this change is clearly explained
+* [ ] …existing uses of the Panda3D API are not broken
+* [ ] …the changed code is adequately covered by the test suite, where possible.