Policy Watchtower/Proposed rule
Census Bureau proposes 2030 Census changes, including removing race and ethnicity
U.S. Census BureauProposed ruleSep 30, 2026
Check: The Census Bureau has proposed a rule that would remove the race and ethnicity questions from the 2030 Census, and on the proposal is announced.
What it does
The would make significant changes to the 2030 Census, including removal of the race and ethnicity questions, if finalized. Tribal governments are the audience for the announced consultation and comment opportunity on the proposal. Native-serving organizations that rely on Census race and ethnicity data should track the proposal and the consultation schedule.
Why it matters for tribal funding
Consultation. A federal agency is asking tribal governments for their views before it decides ().
Who it covers: Tribal governments.
What to do next
- Watch for the announced and comment opportunity on the 2030 Census and note its dates when published.
Sources
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- National Council of Urban Indian Health: policy and pressarticleSep 30, 2026
Upcoming Tribal Consultation and Comment Opportunity on Changes to the 2030 Census
Quoted from the source: “The U.S. Census Bureau has issued a proposed rule that would make significant changes to the 2030 Census, including the proposed removal of race and ethnicity questions.”
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