Public comments are due November 2, 2026. Here is what the proposal covers and how to make your views heard.
The rules used to count people for congressional representation deserve public attention. The Census Bureau has proposed changes to residence criteria and demographic questions for the 2030 census, and residents have an opportunity to weigh in before the public comment period closes on November 2, 2026. These are proposed rules, subject to the rulemaking process. Read the Federal Register notice.