If you would like to broadcast your personal information, go for it. For years I've been very concerned about the direction that our country has been taking. Last night (Monday) he showed up at 7:30. We sent in the form with the number of people, then called the girl who left a note on our door. This "business" and "government" is not happiness. Please note that the Census Bureau will never ask for your full social security number, passwords, or bank account number. We don't have a home phone but I imagine the reps will get hold of our cell numbers? Horrible, and a total violation of my rights across the board. Emails from the Census Bureau are sent from the official @census.gov domain. If they aren't paying my bills they don't have a need to know how much they are. The third section of U.S. Code referenced is " 13 U.S. Code 221 - Refusal or neglect to answer questions; false answers ." Correction, now it's been a total of seven times. I told her not to come back or I would spray her with my garden hose. "; "How many times a day do you fantasize about blowing up a federal building? Any illegal can purchase your number for any amount of money. I found out on a different blog that the OMB# on the front of my ACS is expired. They are so proud to be counted among the blessed. Back to this census nonsense: I filled out the 2000 and don't owe them a thing until 2010 census. No thanks, poster 188. There's comfort in knowing I'm not alone! You will be asked about your employment status for the calendar week that includes the 12th of the month. I said I may have the second one, but discarded the first as a scam attempt. When I mentioned the threat of a fine to the last caller she seemed horrified that I would accuse her of that and went out of the way to state that she didn't bring it up. Who are these people and why are they telling me I am obligated by law to provide my personal information to some one or some entity I don't know. According to the survey, 23% of vehicle manufacturers and suppliers consider relocating production. And if I choose to comply, the only information they will get from me would be the number of people living in my house. I was just contacted by a representative for the Census Bureau at my home and asked to answer his questions. I simply put, 'None of your business". I've heard rumors that they will send their people to relentlessly pound on my door for answers, and then start canvassing the neighborhood to find the answers to the questions that were on my form, about me. Its about an obnoxiously intrusive survey, based on a lie about fire stations and such, done in a not so anonymous manner, by people who are often temporary workers and thus lack accountability for the privacy of the information they take. It seems when the phone number is given, that is when the harassment starts. Someone brought up a good point, either here or on another forum. Housing 16. i have nothing to hide but i shouldn't be forced to tell anyone anything and that's what makes me mad!!! Emails from the Census Bureau will have instructions or information to complete a survey online, by phone with a Census Bureau representative, or by paper. And, based on the Census, Virginia had 30 percent of the population of the United States. This is a violation of our privacy and a malevolent use of government power. The census is satanic. anon82113: umm, I worked for the census too. so i would be prepared. And, while it asks a lot of personal questions, your answers can help the government decide how to distribute hundreds . Yes we find the government annoying, but we could turn things around to our advantage and make things fun. If they come and announce who they are, I'll simply start yelling, "Non parlo Inglese! Perhaps the people who did not answer the questions do not want to end up like the Japanese Americans did during World War II when the census was used to track them down, and it took 50 years to find out about it! Therefore I respectfully request that you take appropriate measures to end your department's distribution of this survey. Active resistance is the order of the day. I hope this helps. About 51% of Americans oppose allowing religious exemptions for people who otherwise would be required to get the shot, while about 48% support such exemptions, the Public Religion Research Institute found in a survey published Wednesday. I hung up immediately and called the sheriff. That's all it is. It is confined to determining the number of Representatives [in the House] and imposing direct Taxes among the several States. I just had hip surgery, when the buzzer rang this evening (Saturday 6:30p.m.) I refused to tell them financial info or how much I pay on a power bill. That's a load of crap. Do some research for "0810" without the quotes and you'll find that OMM no. That hesitancy can be surprisingly stubborn to overcome. Then we started getting the calls. My hubby has served this country for over 30 years, we are about to retire and what a lovely retirement gift we are receiving (NOT)!.Harassment, compliments of the government, just lovely (NOT). I have no problem with telling folks how many people, even our ages and nationalities. I think that I will put this in the woodstove-just don't tell the EPA or they will be here to take away my woodstove. Where is the America I grew up in? I ignored the phone when it rang. I plead the 5th amendment because the government can ask legally, according to the attorneys office, but I can also remain silent legally. Filled out the short form months ago. Turns out, the worker knew where my husband works and called him there shortly after. It sure the hell is. in preparation for the day this country is taken over by the European Union or China. Then why am I being asked what my race is? I have half a mind to call the local news media and tell them this story. Still, some citizens do not answer it. All information that you provide in a Census Bureau survey or census is used exclusively to create accurate, relevant statistics about the nations people, places, and economy. As a university student in my early 20s, I returned to school after the summer and mid-semester was called down to my dorm supervisor's office one night. I've read the Constitution now and I fail to find any foundation for anyone asking questions of this nature. Government entities legally are not supposed to be able to get access to this information. To complete your request, you'll need to sign and return the Permanent Opt-Out Election form (which you get online) once you've started the process. Two days later, I was standing on my porch. One of the reasons identified by Fort Carson that soldiers opted out of the vaccine is because it isn't FDA approved. This is a very big, complicated country we live in. When I said I would not be probed by his questions from the government and continued by saying that I meant no disrespect to him; however, I hate what the government is trying to do to us he responded. Why the hell should I tell the government all this business about me? She left, but will I be hearing from her again? The American Community Survey is sent to 1 in 38 homes in the U.S. each year. The American Community Survey ( ACS) is a demographics survey program conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau. I asked who he was and he attempted to open the screen door. Don't know if it's the "bureau" calling or not, but I'm ready for them. How much do I make per year? I can not believe this is United States, land of freedom and liberty. I did not ask for this; this is not an application for credit. We then engaged in a bit of "palaver" in which she said that they can require us to answer any question they want because "it's in the Constitution". It is a survey that invades privacy by asking about the presence of flush toilets, the amount of income that you earn, whether there isa business in your home, how much you spend on utilities, where you work, what time you leave for work, how you get to work, how long it takes you to . She offered me her badge and supervisors number. Gartner. Most people then get instructions to complete the ACS online. We have received 2 ACS long forms and multiple phone calls and now a front door visit. this person got in the building somehow! First survey last month. But in this day and age, do you really believe by not taking the census that your personal information is more thoroughly protected? I have a right to not be harassed in my home. From (original) Poster 188: Knock on wood, the phone calls seem to have stopped. There should be a law against this. We also make brief phone calls on occasion for quality assurance purposes. I called his supervisor. This data is critical for government programs, policies, and decision-making. Referring to financials, I told them to ask the IRS. Then you want to threaten with fines? Explore census data with visualizations and view tutorials. The info tells them how many live in a certain area. Like its children it seems it wants us to be happy and being so it has empowered us to live our dreams freely, Know you are worth it, see it and feel it and it will be. Title 13, U.S.C., Section 131, directs the Census Bureau to conduct the economic census at 5-year intervals covering years ending in 2 and 7. I'm waiting for the harassment to begin! So that could scare you away from doing the census. I will not comply. I have not had the privilege yet of receiving the census form but I'm sure I will soon. This crap has been going on for almost a month now! @CalminHeart wrote: Here's what it says online: The American Community Survey is a legitimate survey conducted by the CensusBureau. We didn't receive phone calls first, we had two visits at 7 p.m. from this lady with her little laptop. Before the second visit, I posted a 'no trespassing' sign at the bottom of the stairway leading up to my garage apartment. I can go on the internet and find more about you then anything the census is looking for. P.S. When you respond to the survey, you are doing your part to ensure decisions about your community can be made using the best data available. A tactic that is used too frequently in our society as a means of control. Title 13 of the United States Code, however, requires that the Census Bureau keep this information confidential and subjects employees who violate this confidentiality requirement to a fine of up to $250,000 USD, up to 5 years imprisonment, or both. How can I verify that an email or text message from the Census Bureau is legitimate? It's an invasion of privacy. I intend to scan the thing and email it to everyone I know, plus my congressman and senators. Don't get mad because many of us don't want to fill out the form. I will not be returning her call. That wasn't supposed to be able to happen. Your response to the 2020 Census cannot replace your answers to these other surveys. I assume she was a supervisor. Instead, two weeks later, the supervisor came by, apologized and dropped off the new booklet. She finally walked away but now I am sleepless as a result of this because I am not certain as to what will happen next. Go Tea Party! Don't be afraid. As said by Mr. Justice Field in Re Pacific Ry. Alternatively, you can always "nut up" when they call. A few days ago had a census worker knock on my door. Anytime you give out information, you can bet it gets compromised. Really glad I found this site. I didn't believe him until he showed me the book. 1. 12286: Don't worry, and don't respond. They have no right to know. I informed the caller, "Eric", that I did not wish to participate in the survey and to please remove my name from their phone list and mailing list. Verify a Census Bureau Survey, Mailing, or Contact. I don't see what the big deal is. All information that we collect from our participants is strictly confidential and used only for statistical purposes. If you do/have, chances are your information is already out in the open for various public/private agencies. How can I verify that a caller is a Census Bureau employee? Mailed it in. Follow your happiness and I promise the universe will be there for you: subtle, slow, obvious or quick it will respond to your emotions. This is crazy -- why is this still going on and why aren't people doing something about it? In 2000 I placed a large sprinkler by my front door. Can anyone please tell me if I am obligated to answer these questions. Since the threats appear to completely empty then at this point the consequences are null and void. thanks for answering back with any helpful info. Nevertheless, fines and legal action are technically possible. Thus, if they want a specific task force to track illegals and tax invading americans, then so be it. I read him the 4th Amendment which states, "The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no warrants shall issue but upon probable cause, supported by oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized." Isn't this trespassing? My paper shredder has been complaining of hunger, so I'm going to feed the "survey" to it when I receive it in the mail next week. Our government today is so far from the Founding Father's ideals - demonstrated by the nasty face we are seeing in these examples. I told her to "bring it on". Have no fear. You aren't getting mine! We are law abiding, tax paying citizens and always do the right thing. The last time I looked, American's had the right to privacy. I sure am glad I ran across this site. Don't be rude to the people who are sent out to your house because you think you're too "special" to answer your census. Next, they sent a real ***** who first harassed my child after being told that I was out of town (I was), then tried to enter our residence (my son was sitting there watching as the doorknob turned). But VERIFY viewer Brenda said she recently received a letter claiming to be from the Census Bureau for something called the "American Community . This warning is clearly stated on the ACS envelope, and the form itself threatens a fine for people who refuse or willfully neglect to complete the survey. I said, what makes you think I'm going to turn over my personal information to a total stranger knocking on my door. What can I expect? Thank you, Poster 188. I just did not answer the door (a habit with any unscheduled visitor so not hard for me). The assertion by census workers that there is a simple fine of $5,000.00 for not providing the info is total crap! She said OK, left and then returned again within five minutes, saying it was her job to help me fill it out. I've been harassed by phone at night and Sundays. When you are counted, it helps to decide the number of representatives a state can get, as well as determining federal funding for schools and hospitals. A sympathizer to the Census said it was to help the government to function. I then hung up. There are three general approaches to abortion care training: "opt out," in which training is routinely integrated into residency training but residents with religious or moral objections can opt out of participation; "opt in," in which training is available but not routinely scheduled; and programs in which no training is provided. papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated. I told him "We're done here". Alternatively, those who returned the survey partially completed and communicated with the Census Bureau agents generally received more contacts. A 72 year old lady showed up at my door yesterday (I being a 65 year old great grandmother), and told me I did not fill my form out properly and it got "kicked out". "Isn't that enough?" They are not better people, more deserving, more intelligent, more experienced they didn't know "how" things were going to work out they just knew they would. Thank you, wonderful conspiracy theorists for repeatedly posting erroneous information on here and showing everyone that you truly have no life. That is just crazy. He said he'd have the "government guy" contact me the next day. I firmly told her I had no intention of filling out the survey as I felt it was no one's business. A third "live" call, and I told the caller again that I'd sent it (the Census) in and that I would report this call as harassment. The states need to reassert their rights back from the federal government. I would never be pleasant with someone who intentionally makes a living trying to make my life unpleasant. I am a law abiding American citizen, tax payer (working 2 jobs) and a registered voter, not a criminal or bum or illegal immigrant living off the tax payers. Let's see if she comes back for her shower. Now.I look forward to answering that door, cell in hand, and pressing the "video record" button. If you read and listen to them carefully they actually say that it's mandatory and you could be fined. So keep your information private and don't give in. Your results may vary but that was my experience. But, (knock on wood again) no visits ever occurred (yet that is). I responded to the ACS. how the hell does she know me and what i look like, she's never been to our door yet. We need to take a stand and not put up with all the socialist crap the government wants us to do. Make your own mind up as to what your world should be -- it's that simple. They've also visited six of my neighbors, twice each so far. The states collect the tax and turn the money over to the federal government. They just closed one of the best schools in the area, and nobody surveyed me to ask if I cared about that! I told her the story and said I didn't have time for this right now. When I did return it, I left off my personal business. Then came the second one,it followed the first. This page outlines and answers frequently asked questions regarding Census Bureau surveys including what respondents can expect, how to verify or complete a survey, and protections for participant information. We've had non-stop, unannounced visits by the same census taker, who continues to drive-by the home multiple times during the day. I assume that's why they have come again. It is so obvious that the same person keeps responding over and over here. However, we will make it quite clear we will accept the risk and continue to take this stand. Information from the survey generates data that help determine how more than $400 billion in federal and state funds are distributed each year. Person 48. Not to mention the ethnic origin of any person on a questionnaire is profiling a house. They say they are from the U.S. Dept of Commerce. Don't be paranoid, it's only a few questions a lot of people already know about you anyway. This evidence should be used to justify resources to make improvements. Over a college survey they want me to take. Don't you think someone high up already has their * in a wringer over that? The answers we all provide are used to help determine the best distribution of more than $675 billion in federal and state funds annually. The state police will show up and *escort* them off your property. And I say that is the point -- I do not want my state or city dependent on big government this is socialism and pork barrel out of control government spending. In order to function, the opt-out add-on must be able to load and execute properly on your browser. I did respond to the regular census and regret answering all of those questions. If I received the ACS survey in the mail, I would probably just put down the number of people in my household, but there is nothing on the 10 question survey that any Tom, Dick, or Harry can't find out on the internet quite easily. The Census Bureau will not ask you to provide your personal information via email. How about the number of cars that are normally in your driveway if everyone is home? I just moved to a suburb outside of Detroit after years of living there, and its strange but I also got 'grilled' the last time it came around. Anything more is intrusive. I even downloaded a sound bite that said this number has been disconnected and is no longer in service. I want to know how long these temp workers are going to be employed? By 2020, more than 40% of all data analytics projects will relate to an aspect of customer experience. It seems to me that *all* the information they need and want should be available to them from our 1040's. A location-based community survey is restricted to a particular geographical location like a neighborhood or a single zip code. They just look at you and say "Oh" and then walk away. I get hourly calls during the week. we have every right to keep our privacy!!!! If at some point they insist you are declining, plead the Fifth Amendment. Then I'll find a place to post it and tweet it to my 350+ followers. By the way, the is a new grassroots site that is just starting called Town Roots. This questionnaire asked how we got the funds to open the business, and how much money we spent to start up operation! Mind you, no return by date was given. So, the government says that it needs to, you know, know what time you leave so they can manage traffic. In July, I started to receive visits. The Census Bureau insists that personal information contained in these devices was protected by passwords and other security measures. The first phone call was late December and was not answered. I know that some of you were harassed by the census folks. For our government to function basic knowledge about the country as a whole, and individual states is required. . 67% of consumers and 74 % of business buyers say they'll pay more for a great experience. What was this person's total income during the past 12 months? If Big Brother wants to bring the law so be it. Firm, clear refusal. I will not be giving some 18 year old pimple face unemployed moron my personal information. Person 22. So hesitantly, I began to fill it out. It's sent out to about 3.5 million households. mandatory. Whats the names and ages of all the female members of your household? Any and all information that you provide in answer to a Census Bureau survey or census is strictly confidential. Staff Directory. If the government really wants to know your personal stuff, well they don't need the few benign questions answered to find you. The U.S. Census Bureau randomly selected your household or business through a process of scientific sampling. I received the ACS and the regular Census. I asked her if she had gotten a statement from my mortgage company-a release- and she found it and sent the refund. How many, each age, and each sex. 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