The Census Bureau can now see more tax data from federal employees

The US Treasury Department has changed its rules to allow the Census Bureau to access more detailed tax information from federal employees. This means the Census Bureau can now use this data for statistical purposes and related activities, without requiring any action from the taxpayers themselves.

The Census Bureau collects a vast amount of data to understand the US population and economy. Having access to more specific tax information from federal employees gives them a richer dataset for their statistical work. This could lead to more precise economic models or better understanding of labor market trends within the federal government.