Updates You May Have Missed

Recent Updates & Releases

Protecting the Data We Collect Is A Top Priority

Defending Democracy

We are pleased to announce that Microsoft has signed on as an official 2020 Census partner. Through Microsoft’s Defending Democracy Program, we are accessing a global program focused on protecting systems from hacking, disinformation and misinformation.

The Defending Democracy Program was established in 2018 to make elections more secure as governments move toward electronic voting systems. The 2020 Census is an additional domain where Microsoft’s expertise can assist an activity fundamental to our democratic process — the decennial census.

Hey Siri, Why Is the 2020 Census Important?

The Census Bureau is leveraging cutting-edge solutions and practices that will expand outreach and awareness campaigns.

Using tech innovations helps the Census Bureau reach and connect with traditionally hard-to-count populations, which include tech-savvy young and mobile millennials.

More America Counts stories:

On the Calendar

Stats for Stories and Facts for Features provide links to timely newsworthy statistics that relate to observances, holidays, anniversaries and current events.