The U.S. Census Bureau has scaled back the number of sites planned for testing the 2030 census, with a focus on locations primarily in the southern United States. The agency has not provided a public explanation for the reduction in testing sites.
This adjustment marks a shift from earlier plans that included a broader geographic range. The decision may affect how the bureau evaluates and prepares for the upcoming decennial count.
**Why this matters**
Testing sites are critical for identifying potential challenges and improving census methods. Concentrating tests in fewer areas could impact the diversity of data collected and the bureau’s ability to address region-specific issues ahead of the 2030 census.
Source: NewsData