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Freedom from Government Surveys Act

USA119th CongressHR-4820| House 
| Updated: 7/29/2025
W. Gregory Steube

W. Gregory Steube

Republican Representative

Florida

Oversight and Government Reform Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This legislation aims to establish the American Community Survey as a voluntary undertaking for all participants. It specifically amends Section 221 of title 13, United States Code, to ensure that no penalties are applied to individuals who refuse or neglect to answer questions on the survey. Additionally, the bill mandates an amendment to Section 193 of title 13, United States Code, requiring the Secretary to include a clear statement on the American Community Survey itself, informing respondents that their participation is entirely voluntary.
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Jan 28, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-265
Introduced in Senate
Jul 29, 2025
Introduced in House
Jul 29, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
  • January 28, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-265
    Introduced in Senate


  • July 29, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • July 29, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Government Operations and Politics

Freedom from Government Surveys Act

USA119th CongressHR-4820| House 
| Updated: 7/29/2025
This legislation aims to establish the American Community Survey as a voluntary undertaking for all participants. It specifically amends Section 221 of title 13, United States Code, to ensure that no penalties are applied to individuals who refuse or neglect to answer questions on the survey. Additionally, the bill mandates an amendment to Section 193 of title 13, United States Code, requiring the Secretary to include a clear statement on the American Community Survey itself, informing respondents that their participation is entirely voluntary.
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Suggested Questions

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Timeline
Jan 28, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-265
Introduced in Senate
Jul 29, 2025
Introduced in House
Jul 29, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
  • January 28, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-265
    Introduced in Senate


  • July 29, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • July 29, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
W. Gregory Steube

W. Gregory Steube

Republican Representative

Florida

Oversight and Government Reform Committee

Government Operations and Politics

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted