The American Community Survey Choice Act would make responding to the American Community Survey voluntary rather than mandatory. Currently, federal law requires households selected for this Census Bureau survey to answer detailed questions about demographics, housing, employment, and other topics, with penalties for non-response. This bill would eliminate those penalties, allowing individuals to decline participation without legal consequences. The legislation affects anyone selected to receive the survey, which is sent to approximately 3.5 million addresses annually. The bill contains no new funding requirements or implementation timelines, as it simply removes the enforcement mechanism for survey participation.
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