From Preparation to Action: What Federal Changes Mean for the 2030 Census in California

Earlier this year, Philanthropy California hosted a webinar that explored the Local Update of Census Addresses (LUCA) as the first major milestone in preparing for an accurate 2030 Census count. As implementation moves forward, the landscape surrounding the census is quickly shifting. Federal policy decisions, administrative changes, and ongoing operational planning and testing are raising new questions about how the Census Bureau will conduct the 2030 Census and what these developments could mean for California’s communities, particularly those historically undercounted.

Join us for this conversation, which will examine what is changing around the LUCA process, how communities are preparing, and help funders understand the opportunities and risks emerging during this critical planning window. We will explore how these federal actions affect California’s preparation efforts and what funders should watch as local governments begin implementing LUCA and other early census operations. Speakers will discuss the implications for community partners, local governments, and philanthropy, including how strategic investments, partnerships, and policy engagement can strengthen an accurate and equitable count. 

Attendees will: 

• Understand how federal shifts will impact planning and execution of the 2030 Census, including the Local Update of Census Addresses (LUCA) taking place next year.
• Identify clear opportunities to invest in the infrastructure and planning for the 2030 Census in California.

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