Census Bureau Says It Needs 4 Extra Months For 2020 Count

The Census Bureau has requested an additional four months to collect accurate US population data due to delays caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. This extension would push back the timeline for delivering apportionment data to the President and redistricting data to states. The Bureau plans to continue data collection until October 31st, with final data delivery by mid-2021.

Why is the Census Bureau asking for more time to collect data?

• To improve technology used in data collection

• To reduce the cost of the census

• To increase the number of representatives

• To ensure accurate US population data

What is the new proposed deadline for completing data collection?

• April 31st

• July 2021

• October 31st

• June 1st

By when does the Census Bureau plan to deliver apportionment data to the President?

• April 31st, 2021

• October 31st, 2020

• December 2020

• July 2021

What is the expected delay in delivering redistricting data to states?

• One year

• Five months

• Three months

• Two months

What major event has impacted the Census Bureau's ability to collect data on time?

• Technological failures

• Natural disasters

• Coronavirus pandemic

• Economic recession