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References
- ↑ "Rachael A. Eubanks, Commissioner". Michigan Public Service Commission . Retrieved December 25, 2019.
- ↑ "Treasurer Rachael Eubanks". Michigan Department of the Treasury. Retrieved December 25, 2019.
- ↑ "CONSTITUTIONAL EXECUTIVE OFFICERS" (PDF). Michigan Legislature. 2021. p. 448. Retrieved August 5, 2022.
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