CPS Supplement: Unemployment Insurance Nonfilers

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Summary

The Unemployment Insurance (UI) Nonfilers Supplement is conducted jointly by the U.S. Census Bureau and the Bureau of Labor Statistics. It collects information on the characteristics of unemployed individuals (and a subset of those not in the labor force) regarding their UI application status, reasons for not applying for benefits, and, for applicants, whether and why they did or did not receive compensation.

Historical Data Availability

No Known Issue

Future Data Availability

No Known Issue
While it appears that the ICR expired in 2023, the data collection is conducted on an as-needed basis rather than on a set cadence.

Data Quality

No Known Issue

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 (approximately 20%).

Policy

No Known Issue
Last updated: 2026-08-27

Details

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