2020 Census

Overview

Local 1000 is working to build power in 2020 by ensuring that we have a fair and accurate 2020 Census so that all communities have access to good jobs, resources and a strong voice.  

This is an opportunity for us to shape our future and exert our voices. Not only is the census linked to the amount of federal money that California receives, as well as where and how that money is spent, but a census undercount would deprive millions of working family’s proper representation in Congress to get those resources.

Important Dates

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Why is the Census Important?

  • The Census Uplifts Our Neighborhoods
    The 2020 Census will help decide how billions of dollars will reach our families. Your answers will help determine funding for dozens of programs that provide essential resources to Californians. Census data determines funding allocations for schools, child care programs, road maintenance projects and social assistance programs.
     
  • The Census Builds Community Wellness
    The 2020 Census will ensure the health and wellness of our families and neighborhoods. By filling out the form, your data informs where new hospitals are built, improves our health programs, and increases jobs and business opportunities.
     
  • The Census is a Voice for California
    The 2020 Census will determine the number of representatives California has in the U.S. House of Representatives and the number of votes we have in the Electoral College. Your information will also be used to redraw State Assembly and Senate boundaries. Participating in the 2020 Census ensures that you and your communities have fair representation.
     
  • The Census is Safe and Confidential
    Information collected during the 2020 Census can’t be shared or used against you in any way. Your information is only used to generate statistics, it can’t be shared with immigration or law enforcement agencies, and it can’t be used to determine your eligibility for government benefits. Your privacy and security are

    For more Info, visit 2020census.gov

How To Respond

You can respond online, by phone, or by mail.

Avoiding Scams Online  

Phishing is a criminal act in which someone tries to get your information by pretending to be an entity that you trust. Phishing emails often direct you to a website that looks real but is fake—and may be infected with malware.

It is important to know that the Census Bureau will not send unsolicited emails to request your participation in the 2020 Census. Further, during the 2020 Census, the Census Bureau will never ask for:

  • Your Social Security number
  • Your bank account or credit card numbers.
  • Money or donations.

In addition, the Census Bureau will not contact you on behalf of a political party.

Reporting Suspected Fraud

If you suspect fraud, call 800-923-8282 to speak with a local Census Bureau representative. If it is determined that the visitor who came to your door does not work for the Census Bureau, contact your local police department.