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+name: New API Endpoint or Feature
+about: Request a new endpoint or API feature be added
+labels: ":nut_and_bolt: API Request"
+---
+
+#### API Endpoint or Feature
+
+Clearly describe what you'd like to have added to the API. 
+
+#### Use-Case
+
+Explain the use-case that you're working-on that requires the above request.
+
+#### Additional Context
+
+If required, add any other context about the feature request here.
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