diff --git a/TODO b/TODO
index 97ce95e3c..f5b788546 100644
--- a/TODO
+++ b/TODO
@@ -13,10 +13,6 @@ Ownership is indicated by `[USERNAME]'.  Maintainers (w/ write privs) can
 indicate sponsorship by `[ACTUAL-OWNER:MAINTAINER]', where both elements are
 usernames.
 
-If you would like to suggest changes or contribute patches, please first email
-guile-devel@gnu.org to coordinate efforts.  If you distribute this file,
-please include the first line and check around on the Internet for updates.
-
 See also file HACKING.
 
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