# 2026-01245: Census Bureau Scrubs Redundant Rules for Cleaner Data Laws

2026-01245, Removing Redundant Language From the Regulations Governing the Furnishing of Personal Census Data, is a Federal Register rule from Commerce Department, Census Bureau published 2026-01-23, effective 2026-01-23 (as of 2026-06-11).

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## Facts
- Document number: 2026-01245
- Title: Removing Redundant Language From the Regulations Governing the Furnishing of Personal Census Data
- Type: Rule
- Agencies: Commerce Department; Census Bureau
- Citation: 91 FR 2851
- Published: 2026-01-23
- Effective: 2026-01-23
- Comments close: not stated
- Significant: no
- Touches household money: no
- Regulation identifier numbers: 0607-AA71
- Last updated: 2026-06-11

## In one line

Census Bureau Scrubs Redundant Rules for Cleaner Data Laws

## Summary

The Census Bureau is cleaning up its rules by removing two repetitive sections about personal census data requests. This change makes the rules easier to understand without changing anyone’s rights or costs. Starting January 23, 2026, anyone dealing with census data will enjoy a simpler, clearer process—no extra fees or delays involved!

## Abstract

By this rule, the Census Bureau (Bureau) is amending its regulations that govern the furnishing of personal census data. Specifically, this rule removes two unnecessary sections that merely restate underlying statutory language. This action is necessary to reduce regulatory complexity and redundancy. The intended effect is to promote the simplicity and clarity of the Code of Federal Regulations for public benefit, without altering any substantive rights or obligations.

## Effects PRIA read

- Census Rules Simplified, Two Sections Removed: benefit, low. If you request personal census data, two regulatory sections (15 CFR 80.5 and 80.6) are removed effective January 23, 2026. The change simplifies and clarifies the rules but does not change any substantive rights, obligations, fees, or penalties for requesters.
- No New Paperwork or Recordkeeping: benefit, low. This rule will not impose additional reporting or recordkeeping requirements under the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.). You will not face new paperwork burdens because of this change.

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## Sources
- [2026-01245 on federalregister.gov](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/01/23/2026-01245/removing-redundant-language-from-the-regulations-governing-the-furnishing-of-personal-census-data)
- [2026-01245 as published (PDF)](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-01-23/pdf/2026-01245.pdf)

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Source: PRIA, https://policyrisk.com/federal-register/2026-01245 (as of 2026-06-11).