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U.S. Census Bureau Proposes New Residence Criteria and Demographic Question Regulations for Decennial Census

The U.S. Census Bureau, which is part of the Department of Commerce, has suggested big changes to the Code of Federal Regulations for the decennial census. These suggested rules explain how to decide a person's 'usual residence'. This is used to share out seats in Congress. The rules also set new standards for demographic questions on census forms. The public can send comments on these changes until 13 October 2026. The changes aim to follow the Constitution, make data better, and help the census work well.

Jurisdiction

United States

Stage

Issued 10 Sept 2026

Published

10 Sept 2026

In force

Not yet announced

Official source

Federal Register — Immigration rules & notices