diff --git a/roles/hotness/templates/hotness.py b/roles/hotness/templates/hotness.py
index a97895d650..d1b12ecbae 100644
--- a/roles/hotness/templates/hotness.py
+++ b/roles/hotness/templates/hotness.py
@@ -9,6 +9,8 @@ URL: %(url)s
 Please consult the package updates policy before you issue an update to a stable branch: https://fedoraproject.org/wiki/Updates_Policy
 
 More information about the service that created this bug can be found at: %(explanation_url)s
+
+Please keep in mind that with any upstream change, there may also be packaging changes that need to be made. Specifically, please remember that it is your responsibility to review the new version to ensure that the licensing is still correct and that no non-free or legally problematic items have been added upstream.
 """
 
 config = {