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 ## Node.js Testing Working Group
 
+This charter has not been ratified by the Node.js TSC or the Node.js Build
+group. It is a draft proposal only.
+
 ### Purpose
 
 The Node.js Testing Working Group's purpose is to extend and improve testing of
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-# Node.js Testing Working Group (proposed)
+# Node.js Testing Working Group
 
 * [Charter](Charter.md)
 * [Governance](Governance.md)