This memorandum documents research the Census Bureau is undertaking to investigate the undercount of young children in the decennial census. This attached report, “Investigating the 2010 Undercount of Young Children – Examining the Coverage of Young Mothers,” explores the hypothesis that the census might miss young children along with their young mothers.
The 2020 Census Memorandum Series documents significant decisions, actions, and accomplishments of the 2020 Census Program for the purpose of informing stakeholders, coordinating interdivisional efforts, and documenting important historical changes.
A memorandum generally will be added to this series for any decision or documentation that meets the following criteria:
Visit 2020census.gov to access the Memorandum Series, the 2020 Census Operational Plan, and other information about preparations for the 2020 Census.