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Census: Citizenship Data Collection and New Congressional Apportionment Rules

This act mandates the collection of citizenship status information in the decennial census, starting in 2030. This means future census forms will require respondents to indicate their citizenship status. Crucially, the act changes how congressional seats are divided among states, basing apportionment solely on the number of citizens, which could alter state representation.
Key points
The 2030 census and all subsequent censuses will include a question about citizenship status for all household members.
A new interagency working group will be established to improve the collection of citizenship data by the government.
Congressional representation for each state will be determined based only on the number of citizens, not the total population.
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Print number: 117_HR_2084
Sponsor: Rep. Cawthorn, Madison [R-NC-11]
Process start date: 2021-03-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Common-Sense Census Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2084.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The 2030 census and all subsequent censuses will include a question about citizenship status for all household members.
  • A new interagency working group will be established to improve the collection of citizenship data by the government.
  • Congressional representation for each state will be determined based only on the number of citizens, not the total population.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Cawthorn, Madison [R-NC-11].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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