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+# CODEOWNERS file for scripts
+# This file defines who is responsible for code review
+# See: https://docs.github.com/en/repositories/managing-your-repositorys-settings-and-features/customizing-your-repository/about-code-owners
+
+* @flatcar/flatcar-maintainers