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+name: Add an issue to the next release
+description: |
+  Add an issue as part of next release. 
+  This will be added to the current release project. 
+  You must be a contributor to use this template.
+labels: ["release"]
+body:
+  - type: markdown
+    attributes:
+      value: |
+        **Guidelines for a good issue**
+
+        *Is your release item related to a problem?*
+        A clear and concise description of what the problem is. Ex. I'm always frustrated when [...]
+
+        *Describe the solution you'd like*
+        A clear and concise description of what you want to happen.
+
+        *Describe alternatives you've considered*
+        A clear and concise description of any alternative solutions or features you've considered.
+
+        *Additional context*
+        Add any other context about the release item request here.
+  - type: textarea
+    id: item
+    attributes:
+      label: "Describe the release item"
+    validations:
+      required: true