Establishes the Massachusetts Census Equity Commission to ensure a complete, accurate, and equitable census count.
The bill establishes the Massachusetts Census Equity Commission within the Office of the Secretary of State. The commission's purpose is to ensure a complete, accurate, and equitable census count, with a focus on undercounted communities. The commission will develop and implement census outreach programs to increase awareness and educate residents about the importance of an accurate census count. It will also engage undercounted communities in the census counting process and alleviate concerns about participation.
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