Federal Register #USBC-2026-0364

Census Bureau Requests Comment on SIPP Survey Revision—No Procurement Involved

This notice announces a request for public comment by the Department of Commerce's Census Bureau regarding proposed revisions to the Survey of Income and Program Participation (SIPP). - Government Buyer: - Department of Commerce - U.S. Census Bureau - OEMs and Vendors: - Only the Census Bureau is mentioned; no commercial OEMs or vendors are involved - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - The notice concerns a regulatory process, not a purchase - Unique or Notable Requirements: - The SIPP 2027 field test will use a multi-mode data collection approach, including internet self-response and in-person interviews - The goal is to modernize survey methods and reduce respondent burden - Public comment is requested on the proposed changes - No part numbers, quantities, or procurement actions are included in this notice

Description

The Department of Commerce, through the Census Bureau, is requesting public comment on the proposed revision of the Survey of Income and Program Participation (SIPP). The survey collects comprehensive data on income dynamics, household composition, and government program participation. The 2027 field test will implement a multi-mode data collection approach including internet self-response and in-person interviews to modernize and improve data collection methods. The goal is to assess new methodologies and reduce respondent burden while maintaining data quality.

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