[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 85 (Tuesday, May 21, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E638]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     IN SUPPORT OF THE 2020 CENSUS

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                            HON. RICK LARSEN

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 21, 2019

  Mr. LARSEN of Washington. Madam Speaker, I rise today in support of 
the 2020 Census. Every decade, the Census shapes important local 
infrastructure and investment decisions like where to build new 
schools, establish workforce training sites, invest in road and public 
transportation projects, and fund health care and affordable housing. 
The Census also determines how many Members of Congress are allocated 
per state and informs decisions about Congressional district lines, 
ensuring fair representation.
  An accurate Census is vital to the well-being of Washington's 
communities. That is why I oppose adding a citizenship question to the 
Census. By enabling informed decisions, accurate Census data can create 
jobs, stimulate economic growth and increase employment opportunities 
for people in Washington's Second District. Adding an un-tested 
citizenship question will sow fear and lead people to not respond to 
the Census survey, negatively impacting local communities.
  Madam Speaker, I continue to support a well-researched and just 2020 
Census to foster innovation, growth and prosperity for Washington state 
communities.

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