Census to Conduct Review to Assure Accuracy of Data
Plans for an accurate 2010 Census are underway. Census forms will be mailed to every home later this year. The forms will be supported by thousands of Census workers who will canvass areas seeking information to complete the count national tally of residents. Census data is used to calculate federal formulas that determine communities share of billions of dollars for programs ranging from education to roads. There have been concerns about how sensitive personal information collected by Census is used.
Review ordered at Census to ensure accuracy of data, Carol Morello, Washington Post, February 5, 2010
