Federal Register #06600021

NTIA Request for Public Comment on 2027 Internet Use Survey Information Collection

This notice from the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), part of the Department of Commerce, seeks public comment on the proposed 2027 NTIA Internet Use Survey information collection. - Government Buyer: - National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), Department of Commerce - Survey administered as a supplement to the U.S. Census Bureau's Current Population Survey - OEMs and Vendors: - NTIA (as the survey sponsor) - U.S. Census Bureau (as the survey administrator) - Products/Services Requested: - No commercial products or services are being procured - Service: Data collection from 50,000 U.S. households on internet and technology use - Description: Survey to assess internet adoption, technology use, and related behaviors - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Public input is requested on survey questions, methodology, and focus areas - Topics include artificial intelligence, children's internet use, and broadband program evaluation - The survey will inform federal policy and monitor changes in technology adoption - No contract award or procurement of goods/services is involved; this is a request for public feedback to improve the survey instrument

Description

The Department of Commerce, through the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), is requesting public comments on the proposed collection of information related to the NTIA Internet Use Survey. This survey, administered as a supplement to the U.S. Census Bureau's Current Population Survey, collects data on internet use and technology adoption in U.S. households. The information gathered will help inform policy decisions, evaluate broadband programs, and monitor changes in internet use, including emerging technologies like artificial intelligence. Comments are requested by November 9, 2026.

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