Alan A. Mackey (December 4, 1924–February 5, 2001) was an American academic and political figure who served as Massachusetts registrar of motor vehicles from 1977 to 1979 and from 1983 to 1987.
After his appointment as registrar, Mackey took a leave of absence from his position, but continued to teach a night course and consult for the university.
[2] On May 31, 1977, Mackey was named registrar of motor vehicles by Governor Michael Dukakis.
[4] Dukakis returned to office in 1983 and on January 6, 1983, he once again made Mackey registrar of motor vehicles.
On April 13, 1987, Dukakis and Mackey announced that low-number licence plates would be distributed by lottery.