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VIctory on ID Theft: Statement by MASSPIRG Consumer Advocate, Eric Bourassa, on New Identity Theft Law Signed by Governor Patrick	8/03/2007
Consumers in Massachusetts have won a great victory against the growing crime of identity theft. With the passage of a new law today, consumers will have new tools to prevent identity before it happens.
Identity Theft Prevention Law Goes Into Effect	11/01/2007
Boston—A new law goes into effect today that will give consumers new protections against the crime of identity theft. Signed by Governor Patrick in August, the Identity Theft Protection Law will give consumers the ability to block unauthorized access to their own credit reports so thieves cannot open new credit accounts in their name.
Consumer Groups Oppose Bill to Remove Prices From Groceries	06/23/2008
It soon may be harder for Massachusetts shoppers to find out the price of groceries if a bill just approved by a legislative committee becomes law.
College Students Overwhelmingly Support Steps To Address Aggressive Credit Card Marketing On Campus	03/27/2008
Boston—Students overwhelmingly support limits on campus credit card marketing, according to the results of a nationwide MASSPIRG survey of over 1500 students at 40 colleges in 14 states, including UMass-Boston, Mass College of Art, and Mass Bay Community College.

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