diff --git a/CONTRIBUTING.md b/CONTRIBUTING.md
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--- a/CONTRIBUTING.md
+++ b/CONTRIBUTING.md
@@ -291,8 +291,7 @@ checklist.)
 1. Changes address original issue?
 2. Unit tests included and/or updated with changes?
 3. Command line build passes?
-4. Expect to pass code review?
-5. Changes have been smoke-tested?
+4. Changes have been smoke-tested?
 
 ### Reviewer Checklist