What does Preamble of Multigenerational Caregiving Data Act do?

This bill aims to require the collection of information on multigenerational caregiving in at least one major Federal population survey. The bill's stated purpose is 'to require the collection of information on multigenerational caregiving in at least one major Federal population survey, and for other purposes.'

What does SHORT TITLE. of Multigenerational Caregiving Data Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Multigenerational Caregiving Data Act.

What does FINDINGS. of Multigenerational Caregiving Data Act do?

This section outlines findings related to individuals providing unpaid care to both children and older adults in the United States. These caregivers experience economic, health, and workforce challenges. Current federal data collection methods do not sufficiently capture multigenerational caregiving responsibilities, especially when care occurs across households. Improved data collection is deemed beneficial for policymaking concerning caregiving, labor force participation, and health outcomes. Major federal population surveys, such as those conducted by the Bureau of the Census and the National Center for Health Statistics, are identified as suitable tools for collecting this data.

What does DATA COLLECTION REQUIREMENT ON MULTIGENERATIONAL CAREGIVERS. of Multigenerational Caregiving Data Act do?

This section mandates the inclusion of a question in at least one major Federal population survey to identify multigenerational caregivers. The question aims to identify individuals providing regular unpaid care or assistance to individuals across different generations (child, adult 18-65, and adult 65+). The Secretary of Commerce, in consultation with statistical agencies, is responsible for implementing this requirement within three years of the Act's enactment. The Secretary has flexibility to modify the question's wording, categories, and placement to ensure clarity, minimize burden, and maintain survey consistency. Before full implementation, the responsible agency must conduct cognitive and field testing. Responses to the question are voluntary. A report evaluating data quality, respondent burden, and response rates must be submitted to Congress within two years of the question's inclusion and subsequently published on the Department of Commerce website. The term 'major Federal population survey' includes surveys like the American Community Survey, Current Population Survey, and National Health Interview Survey, or their successors. A 'multigenerational caregiver' is defined as an individual providing unpaid care to at least one person under 18 and another person 18 or older with a health condition or disability.

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Multigenerational Caregiving Data Act

Last updated: 5/13/2026 · Introduced: 5/13/2026

Author: Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA)

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This bill requires a major federal population survey to include a question identifying individuals who provide unpaid care to both children and adults with health conditions or disabilities.
The Secretary of Commerce, in consultation with statistical agencies, is responsible for implementing this data collection within three years of enactment, with flexibility to adjust the question for clarity and consistency.
The bill mandates a report to Congress and public website publication evaluating the quality and burden of the new data collection efforts.

119th Congressin committeeS. 4513(In Committee)Official page

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