diff --git a/PULL_REQUEST_TEMPLATE.md b/PULL_REQUEST_TEMPLATE.md
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--- a/PULL_REQUEST_TEMPLATE.md
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@@ -26,7 +26,6 @@
 - [ ] My code follows the code style of this project.
 - [ ] My change requires a change to the documentation.
 - [ ] I have updated the documentation accordingly.
-- [ ] I have read the **CONTRIBUTING** document.
 - [ ] I have added tests to cover my changes.
 - [ ] All new and existing tests passed.