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Voluntary Participation in American Community Survey

This bill makes participation in the American Community Survey entirely voluntary. Citizens will no longer face penalties for refusing to answer questions in this survey. Furthermore, the survey itself will clearly state that participation is voluntary.
Key points
No penalties for not responding to the American Community Survey.
The survey will clearly state that participation is voluntary.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4820
Sponsor: Rep. Steube, W. Gregory [R-FL-17]
Process start date: 2025-07-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Freedom from Government Surveys Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_4820.

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 2025-07-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • No penalties for not responding to the American Community Survey.
  • The survey will clearly state that participation is voluntary.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Steube, W. Gregory [R-FL-17].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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