Scope and Content: The first U.S. Congress considered articles for amendment to the constitution submitted by several states along with their affirmative vote for ratification.  Twelve amendments relating to rights of individuals were accepted by Congress in Sept. 1789 and sent to state legislatures, approval by three-fourths of which would constitute ratification.  Series includes official copy of proposed amendments sent to Massachusetts by Congress and accompanying letter from George Washington to Governor John Hancock, Oct. 2, 1789.
Restrictions: Originals are restricted; access by permission of state archivist or curator of Massachusetts Archives only
Notes: In keeping with traditions established in the colonial period, the state secretary is custodian of foundation records of the Commonwealth, including this series
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