Dear Friend,
As South Florida continues to face the economic and health impacts of the coronavirus pandemic, responding to the 2020 Census is more important now than ever before to secure the resources we need to invest in our communities and address these new challenges. Given the Trump Administration’s efforts to rush this count and threaten its accuracy, time is running out to respond to the Census by the new September 30th deadline!
Have you completed the 2020 Census?
Yes
No
The Census is the most important count of people in our country and it only happens once a decade. Mandated by our Constitution, the Census is responsible for allocating more than $800 billion in federal funding and determining the number of U.S. Representatives serving your community. Despite its importance, the Census has suffered from an undercount every ten years since it began.
By standing up and being counted in the 2020 Census, you’re ensuring that Florida gets its fair share of the federal funding it needs for our fire and police departments, schools, and health care centers, including funding for programs such as Medicaid, Head Start, affordable housing, food stamps, and many more.
Civic engagement is power. If you have not already done so, please join me in completing the Census, so that we can ensure that power is distributed equally in our country and everyone has the representation they deserve.
Due to COVID-19, you may respond safely by calling 844-330-2020, visiting my2020census.gov, or by mailing back the form you should have received.
I will continue to closely monitor COVID-19 and share relevant information, so please make sure you are subscribed to my e-newsletter to receive these important updates. Visit my official Coronavirus Information page, which includes details on Resources, Legislative Responses and What I Am Working On. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call my district offices in Tamarac at (954) 733-2800 or West Palm Beach at (561) 461-6767, as well as my Washington, D.C. office at (202) 225-1313. With warm personal regards, I remain,
Sincerely,
Alcee L. Hastings
Member of Congress
20th District of Florida
www.AlceeHastings.house.gov
