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HR 7805 United States House · 117th Congress

Ensuring Full Participation in the Census Act of 2022

Summary
Ensuring Full Participation in the Census Act of 2022 This bill prohibits the Bureau of the Census from using questions regarding citizenship, nationality, or immigration status in the decennial census. The bill does not apply to the American Community Survey.
Issues: ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill prohibits citizenship questions in census to boost immigrant participation, reducing fear of enforcement. Aligns with protecting immigrant rights and increasing trust in data collection.90% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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May 2022
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Introduced May 17, 2022 Last action May 17, 2022
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May 17, 2022
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