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+# This the official list of rules_kotlin authors for copyright purposes.
+# This file is distinct from the CONTRIBUTORS files.
+# See the latter for an explanation.
+
+# Names should be added to this file as:
+# Name or Organization <email address>
+# The email address is not required for organizations.
+
+Google Inc.
+Hassan Syed <h.a.syed@gmail.com>