FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                  99-78

       Filers Can Use EDGAR Y2K Test System Beginning
                       Monday, July 12

     Washington, DC, July 9, 1999 -- EDGAR filers are
reminded that starting at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, July 12, the
EDGAR test system clock will be set to February 21, 2000 and
will continue until the system clock reaches 10:00 p.m.,
March 10, 2000, on July 30, 1999.  Filers are strongly
encouraged to use this opportunity to test their EDGAR
filing equipment and procedures for Y2K readiness.

EDGAR filer support staff will be available during operating
hours to assist filers with any EDGAR Y2K issues
encountered.  EDGAR filers with Y2K questions for EDGAR
Filer Support should call (202) 942-8900 and select Y2K
assistance from the telephone menu.  Detailed test
information and instructions are available on the
Commission's website at

         http://www.sec.gov/edaux/news/edy2ktst.htm


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