Here's a quick note on what's coming up to keep you up to date as we finish up January and begin the month of February.





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?? The Week Ahead: 2022 Economic Census

America Counts: Census Count of U.S. Businesses: Why Responses Matter [ [link removed] ]

The *2022 Economic Census* [ [link removed] ] will survey more than 4 million business locations starting this week.

This important survey serves as the cornerstone of the nation’s economic statistics, and the information it collects helps shape decisions that affect the health of the economy.

Read our new *America Counts [ [link removed] ]* story to learn more.

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You Might Be Interested In

* *2022 Economic Census: Information for Respondents [ [link removed] ]* [ [link removed] ]
* *2022 Economic Census: Your Response Makes a Difference [ [link removed] ]*
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*2022 Economic Census: Social Media Toolkit [ [link removed] ]*



*Stats for Stories and More:*

*Thursday, February 2*, is *Groundhog Day [ [link removed] ]*. *Friday, February 3*, is *National Women Physician Day [ [link removed] ]*. *Saturday, February 4*, is *Mail Carrier Day [ [link removed] ]*.

*February *also marks *National Black (African American) History Month* [ [link removed] ] and *American Heart Month [ [link removed] ]*.

Learn about upcoming observances and celebrations with Stats for Stories.

*Stats for Stories* [ [link removed] ]




Last Call for Presentations: 2023 LED Partnership Virtual Workshop

?? Deadline Today

The LEHD program is welcoming *proposals [ [link removed] ] *to present at the 2023 LED Partnership Virtual Workshop March 28-30. Today is the last day to submit proposals. 

This year’s theme is “LED: Big Data Illuminating Local Outcomes,” and we are interested in presentations from a wide variety of disciplines, including but not limited to: workforce development, economic development, transportation planning, economic analysis, and emergency management. 

Additional information on the agenda and workshop *will be posted* [ [link removed] ] in the coming weeks. All presentations must be submitted via email to *[email protected]* <[email protected]>.

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The Opportunity Project Summit: February 22-24, 2023, presented by Census Open Innovation Labs. Registration Now Open! [ [link removed] ]

On Feb. 22-24, the *Census Open Innovation Labs [ [link removed] ]* will host The Opportunity Project (TOP) Summit 2023 virtual conference.

TOP Summit 2023 will include three half-days of keynotes, lightning talks, product demos, live community reaction discussions, and more. This year, we’re focused on building community and featuring those who have contributed to TOP year after year, making this network of thousands feel like a small and close-knit community. 

Don’t miss your chance to connect, be inspired and gather the tools, training, and network you need to do big things this year!

*Register* [ [link removed] ]




?? *New Platform to Apply for Restricted-Use Data Access for Evidence-Building*

Federal statistical agencies have worked together to create a standard application process (SAP) for applying for access to confidential microdata for research with an evidence-building purpose. Applicants can now apply for access on one consolidated portal at *ResearchDataGov.org [ [link removed] ]*.

Visitors to the portal can browse a catalog of protected data assets from federal statistical agencies and units and apply from the same website. The Census Bureau’s *Federal Statistical Research Data Center (FSRDC) program [ [link removed] ]* in our Center for Enterprise Dissemination is proud to be part of this groundbreaking accomplishment.

Information about applying for access to restricted-use microdata in the FSRDCs using the SAP portal is available on the *Census Bureau’s standard application process website [ [link removed] ]*.

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?? Proof of Concept for Upcoming 2020 Census Product & Webinar

On January 31, the Census Bureau will release a proof of concept for the 2020 Census Detailed Demographic and Housing Characteristics File A (Detailed DHC-A) for public review and feedback. This proof of concept will be based on 2010 Census data.

The 30-day public feedback period on the Proof of Concept will conclude on March 2. The Proof of Concept applies a new disclosure avoidance methodology to 2010 Census data. This allows a side-by-side comparison of the proposed 2020 Detailed DHC-A table specifications and Disclosure Avoidance System (DAS) algorithm parameters against the published 2010 Census tables. 

A *webinar* is planned for Tuesday at 3 p.m. ET. Learn more in our data products newsletter.

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?? Happy Birthday Kansas!

On *Sunday, January 29*, we celebrated *Kansas' 162nd anniversary [ [link removed] ]* of statehood.

Kansas population and demographics [ [link removed] ]

?? *Did you know?* Kansas is the *13th* largest state by area and was the *34th* state to join the Union.

?? The state flower is the *Wild Sunflower*.

?? The state nickname is the *Sunflower State*.

?? The largest city is *Wichita*.






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?? Upcoming Census Academy Webinars

Census Academy: Back to Data Basics Webinar Series [ [link removed] ]

* *January 31: 2020 Census Race and Ethnicity Data: The Detailed DHC-A Proof of Concept [ [link removed] ]*
* *February 14: The Disproportionate Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Women in the Workforce [ [link removed] ]
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* *February 16: Census Tools for the Grant Writing Trade - It’s All in the Tools Webinar Series [ [link removed] ]*
* *February 22: Exploring Economic Data on data.census.gov [ [link removed] ]*
* *February 23: How to Make a Data-Driven Business Plan Using Census Bureau Data - It’s All in the Tools Webinar Series [ [link removed] ]*

*More Upcoming Webinars* [ [link removed] ]




?? Releases This Week

*Tuesday: Housing Vacancies and Homeownership [ [link removed] ]*

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***Tuesday*: Monthly State Retail Sales [ [link removed] ]**

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*Wednesday: Construction Spending (Construction Put in Place) [ [link removed] ]*

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*Thursday: Full Report - Manufacturers' Shipments, Inventories and Orders [ [link removed] ]*



*See Economic Indicators* [ [link removed] ]






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