USBCFinal Rule

Eliminating the Census Bureau's Redundant Regulatory Part Related to Public Information and Disclosure

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Summary

The Census Bureau is removing outdated rules about how it handles public information and document requests to make its operations clearer and more efficient. This cleanup eliminates confusing duplicate rules so the agency can better serve the public without unnecessary bureaucratic requirements.

Key Points

  • 1The Census Bureau is deleting old, redundant regulations that overlap with current rules about sharing public information
  • 2This simplification makes it easier for the public to understand what documents and data the Census Bureau will release
  • 3Citizens and organizations seeking Census information will have a clearer process without contradictory rules getting in the way
  • 4The change reduces administrative burden on Census Bureau staff by eliminating duplicate compliance requirements
  • 5This is a housekeeping measure that doesn't change what information is available, just how the rules governing it are organized

Key Dates

Published

January 23, 2026

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