diff --git a/CHANGELOG.md b/CHANGELOG.md
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--- a/CHANGELOG.md
+++ b/CHANGELOG.md
@@ -1,3 +1,10 @@
+## [2.23.6](https://github.com/xability/maidr/compare/v2.23.5...v2.23.6) (2024-11-22)
+
+
+### Bug Fixes
+
+* change email input type to text and trim value before verification ([#605](https://github.com/xability/maidr/issues/605)) ([91dc913](https://github.com/xability/maidr/commit/91dc91362ef06f2da2807b83c6cb551ae1aad2b6))
+
 ## [2.23.5](https://github.com/xability/maidr/compare/v2.23.4...v2.23.5) (2024-11-22)
 
 
diff --git a/package.json b/package.json
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@@ -1,6 +1,6 @@
 {
   "name": "maidr",
-  "version": "2.23.5",
+  "version": "2.23.6",
   "description": "maidr: Multimodal Access and Interactive Data Representation. maidr is a system for non-visual access and control of statistical charts. It aims to provide an inclusive experience for users with visual impairments by offering multiple modes of interaction: braille, text, and sonification. This comprehensive  approach enhances the accessibility of data visualization and encourages a multi-model exploration on visualization. Check out the current build: [MAIDR Demo](https://xability.github.io/maidr/user_study_pilot/intro.html).",
   "main": "dist/maidr.js",
   "scripts": {