Administrative files, 1968-1981.

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Administrative files, 1968-1981.

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The Massachusetts Consumers' Council was an independent state agency serving as public advocate for consumer interests from 1963 to 1981, advising on and representing consumer interests to the state government, promoting consumer education, and from 1970 overseeing the unit pricing of packaging in retail stores. Administrative files were created by the council in carrying out its responsibilities.

3.75 cubic feet (3 record center cartons)

Commonwealth of Massachusetts State Archives

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Commonwealth of Massachusetts State Archives

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