Survey of Income and Program Participation (SIPP)
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The Survey of Income and Program Participation (SIPP) is a nationally representative longitudinal survey that provides comprehensive information on the dynamics of income, employment, household composition, and government program participation. SIPP is also a leading source of data on economic well-being, family dynamics, education, wealth, health insurance, child care, and food security. The survey interviews individuals for several years and provides monthly data about changes in household and family composition and economic circumstances over time.
| Agency | DOC, CENSUS |
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Historical Data Availability
No Known Issue
Future Data Availability
No Known Issue
Data Quality
Moderate Risk
The SIPP survey is in the process of being redesigned and the administration has proposed staffing and funding cuts to the program which may impact data collection.
Statutory Context
High Risk
Statutory authorization is vague.
Staffing and Funding
Moderate Risk
From FY2024 to FY2026, the Census Bureau has lost more than 2,500 staff (~20%). While the FY27 President's Budget requests an approximately 30% increase for the Census Bureau, the proposal recommends reductions to many programs and surveys. In May 2026, the House Appropriations Committee advanced its version of the budget, proposing level funding at FY26 levels.
Policy
Moderate Risk
The SIPP survey is in the process of being redesigned and the administration has proposed staffing and funding cuts to the program which may impact data collection.
Last updated: 2026-06-17
Details
| OMB Control Number | 0607-0425 |
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