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Our surveys provide periodic and comprehensive statistics about the nation. This data is critical for government programs, policies, and decision-making.
The Census Bureau's labor force statistics provide information about employment status, employment dynamics, and work experience (usual hours worked, and the number of weeks worked in the last year).