2012 Economic Census Forms to be Mailed In November and December

By law, responses are due to the U.S. Census Bureau by Feb. 12.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In November and December, more than 4 million American businesses will receive 2012 Economic Census forms, and responses are required by law to be returned by Feb. 12.

Every 5 years, the Economic Census develops a comprehensive portrait of American business, from the national to local level. Timely and accurate data are vital to effective public policy, the U.S. Census Bureau said.

Businesses can learn more at business.census.gov.