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Federal Register · July 8, 2026
The title they went with Age Search Fee Structure Noisy translates that to

The Census Bureau more than doubles the price of proving your age from old records

What happened
The Census Bureau significantly increased the fees for its Age Search service. This means getting official proof of age from historical census records now costs more than twice as much.
Why it matters
The Census Bureau offers a unique service: official proof of age from historical records. This rule means that service now costs significantly more, reflecting operating costs that have risen over two decades. People who need this specific document for legal or administrative reasons will now pay a much higher price.
The signal
Watch for any public data on whether the number of Age Search requests drops significantly due to the higher fees.
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