Annual Integrated Economic Survey

Attachment M
Department of Commerce
United States Census Bureau
OMB Information Collection Request
Annual Integrated Economic Survey
OMB Control Number 0607-1024
2023 AIES Letters

Subject: IMPORTANT NOTICE: Annual Integrated Economic Survey

ANNUAL INTEGRATED ECONOMIC SURVEY
Important Notice Regarding Upcoming Census Surveys
Check our email address – it’s official if it ends in @census.gov

ATTN
COMPANY
We are writing to inform you that in a few weeks, we will be sending you the 2023 Annual
Integrated Economic Survey (AIES).
At this time, we encourage you to visit https://census.gov/aies/information for a list of surveys
that are covered under the new collection and to start preparations for reporting. For a preview of
the questions in this survey, visit https://census.gov/aies/questionspreview/.
What is the AIES?
The AIES is a newly redesigned survey that combines multiple mandatory annual surveys into
one comprehensive data collection. The new format simplifies reporting by consolidating all
necessary questions into one convenient platform, requiring you to answer only questions that
directly relate to your company’s activities.
The AIES will offer a holistic annual picture of the U.S. economy. Your valuable data serve as a
critical input in calculating the Gross Domestic Product (GDP), empowering policymakers and
businesses, including your own, to make well-informed and precise decisions.
Please do not reply directly to this automated email.
Thank you in advance for your time and participation, and for helping the U.S. Census Bureau
measure America’s people and economy.
Sincerely,
Lisa E. Donaldson
Chief, Economy Wide Statistics Division
U.S. Census Bureau
Office of Management and Budget Number: 0607-0971
Expires: 06/30/26

Subject: IMPORTANT NOTICE: Annual Integrated Economic Survey

ANNUAL INTEGRATED ECONOMIC SURVEY
Important Notice Regarding Upcoming Census Surveys
Check our email address – it’s official if it ends in @census.gov

ATTN
COMPANY
We are writing to inform you that in a few weeks, we will be sending you the 2023 Annual
Integrated Economic Survey (AIES).
At this time, we encourage you to visit https://census.gov/aies/information for a list of surveys
that are covered under the new collection and to start preparations for reporting. For a preview of
the questions in this survey, visit https://census.gov/aies/questionspreview/.
What is the AIES?
The AIES is a newly redesigned survey that combines multiple mandatory annual surveys into
one comprehensive data collection. The new format simplifies reporting by consolidating all
necessary questions into one convenient platform, requiring you to answer only questions that
directly relate to your company’s activities.
The AIES will offer a holistic annual picture of the U.S. economy. Your valuable data serve as a
critical input in calculating the Gross Domestic Product (GDP), empowering policymakers and
businesses, including your own, to make well-informed and precise decisions.
Please do not reply directly to this automated email. For any additional inquiries not
addressed on the website, please feel free to contact your account manager, , at
or .
Thank you in advance for your time and participation, and for helping the U.S. Census Bureau
measure America’s people and economy.
Sincerely,

Lisa E. Donaldson
Chief, Economy Wide Statistics Division

U.S. Census Bureau
Office of Management and Budget Number: 0607-0971
Expires: 06/30/26

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UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
U.S. Census Bureau
Office of the Director
Washington, DC 20233-0001

A Message from the Director, U.S. Census Bureau:
Your firm has been selected to parcipate in the 2023 Annual Integrated Economic Survey.
Online reporng is now open. Please use the following information to access your survey:

1. Register OR sign in at https://portal.census.gov
2. Enter your authentication code.
3. Report by clicking on “REPORT NOW.” You can return to your account over mulple
sessions to complete the survey.
YOUR RESPONSE IS REQUIRED BY LAW and will be kept strictly CONFIDENTIAL. Informaon
about the authority, confidentiality, and burden of this data collecon can be found on the
back of this letter.
For more information or assistance with completing this survey, please visit
census.gov/aies/information or call our customer helpline at 1-800-681-3012, Monday through
Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern time. For a preview of the questions in this survey, visit
census.gov/aies/questionspreview/.
Thank you in advance for your time and participation, and for helping the U.S. Census Bureau
measure America’s people and economy.
Sincerely,

Robert L. Santos
Director

census.gov

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What is the Annual Integrated Economic Survey?
The Annual Integrated Economic Survey (AIES) is a newly redesigned survey that combines
multiple mandatory annual surveys into one comprehensive data collection. The new format
simplifies reporting by consolidating all necessary questions into one convenient platform,
requiring you to answer only industry-specific content that directly relates to your company’s
activities.
With key data items standardized across all sectors, the AIES will offer a holisc annual picture
of the U.S. economy. Your valuable data serve as a crical input in calculang the Gross
Domestic Product (GDP), empowering policymakers and businesses, including your own, to
make well-informed and precise decisions.
How do I know this is a legitimate government survey?
This survey has been approved by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The eightdigit OMB approval number is 0607-1024 and appears in the lower le corner of each
reporting screen. Without this approval, we could not conduct this survey. We are conducng
this survey under the authority of Title 13, United States Code, Sections 131 and 182.
How long will it take to complete the survey?
We estimate the Annual Integrated Economic Survey will take an average of 3.38 hours to
complete. Factors such as company size, complexity, and acvity will affect your actual me to
complete the survey. This estimate includes the time to review instructions, search exisng data
sources, gather and maintain the data needed, and complete and review the survey.
Will my response be confidential?
Yes. The U.S. Census Bureau is required by law to keep your response confidential (Title 13,
U.S. Code, Section 9). The Census Bureau is not permitted to publicly release your responses in
a way that could identify your business, organization, or institution. Per the Federal
Cybersecurity Enhancement Act of 2015, your data are protected from cybersecurity risks
through screening of the systems that transmit data.
Am I required to fill out the survey?
Yes. Your business is required by law (Title 13, U.S. Code, Sections 224 and 225) to respond to
this survey.
How will the Census Bureau use the information I provide?
By law, the Census Bureau can only use your business data to produce statistics.

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UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
U.S. Census Bureau
Office of the Director
Washington, DC 20233-0001

A Message from the Director, U.S. Census Bureau:
Your firm has been selected to parcipate in the 2023 Annual Integrated Economic Survey.
Online reporng is now open. Please use the following information to access your survey:

1. Register OR sign in at https://portal.census.gov
2. Enter your authentication code.
3. Report by clicking on “REPORT NOW.” You can return to your account over mulple sessions
to complete the survey.
YOUR RESPONSE IS REQUIRED BY LAW and will be kept strictly CONFIDENTIAL. Informaon about
the authority, confidentiality, and burden of this data collecon can be found on the back of this
letter.
For more information or assistance with completing this survey, please visit
census.gov/aies/information. An Account Manager has been assigned to assist your company with
reporting and to answer questions. Feel free to reach out directly via email or telephone and we
will be happy to answer any questions you might have. For a preview of the quesons in this
survey, visit census.gov/aies/questionspreview/.
Thank you in advance for your time and participation, and for helping the U.S. Census Bureau
measure America’s people and economy.
Sincerely,

Robert L. Santos
Director

census.gov

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What is the Annual Integrated Economic Survey?
The Annual Integrated Economic Survey (AIES) is a newly redesigned survey that combines mulple
mandatory annual surveys into one comprehensive data collection. The new format simplifies
reporting by consolidating all necessary questions into one convenient platform, requiring you to
answer only industry-specific content that directly relates to your company’s activities.
With key data items standardized across all sectors, the AIES will offer a holisc annual picture of
the U.S. economy. Your valuable data serve as a crical input in calculang the Gross Domesc
Product (GDP), empowering policymakers and businesses, including your own, to make
well-informed and precise decisions.
How do I know this is a legitimate government survey?
This survey has been approved by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The eight-digit
OMB approval number is 0607-1024 and appears in the lower left corner of each reporting screen.
Without this approval, we could not conduct this survey. We are conducng this survey under the
authority of Title 13, United States Code, Sections 131 and 182.
How long will it take to complete the survey?
We estimate the Annual Integrated Economic Survey will take an average of 3.38 hours to complete.
Factors such as company size, complexity, and acvity will affect your actual me to complete the
survey. This estimate includes the time to review instructions, search existing data sources, gather
and maintain the data needed, and complete and review the survey.
Will my response be confidential?
Yes. The U.S. Census Bureau is required by law to keep your response confidential (Title 13, U.S.
Code, Section 9). The Census Bureau is not permitted to publicly release your responses in a way
that could identify your business, organization, or institution. Per the Federal Cybersecurity
Enhancement Act of 2015, your data are protected from cybersecurity risks through screening of
the systems that transmit data.
Am I required to fill out the survey?
Yes. Your business is required by law (Title 13, U.S. Code, Sections 224 and 225) to respond to this
survey.
How will the Census Bureau use the information I provide?
By law, the Census Bureau can only use your business data to produce statistics.

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UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
U.S. Census Bureau
Washington, DC 20233-0001

DUE DATE REMINDER
The U.S. Census Bureau recently mailed you a leer asking you to complete the 2023 Annual Integrated
Economic Survey. This is a reminder that the due date is fast approaching. If you have submied your
survey in the past few weeks, thank you.

1. Register OR sign in at https://portal.census.gov
2. Enter your authencaon code OR locate this report under “My Surveys”
3. Report by clicking on “REPORT NOW.” You can return to your account over mulple sessions to
complete the survey.
For assistance with compleng this survey or for a list of the surveys that are covered under this new
collection, please visit census.gov/aies/information or call our customer helpline at 1-800-681-3012, Monday
through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern time. For a preview of the questions in this survey, visit
census.gov/aies/questionspreview/.
What is the Annual Integrated Economic Survey?
The Annual Integrated Economic Survey (AIES) is a newly redesigned survey that combines mulple
mandatory annual surveys into one comprehensive data collection. The new format simplifies reporng by
consolidating all necessary questions into one convenient platform, requiring you to answer only
industry-specific content that directly relates to your company’s activities.
With key data items standardized across all sectors, the AIES will offer a holistic annual picture of the U.S.
economy. Your valuable data serve as a critical input in calculating the Gross Domestic Product (GDP),
empowering policymakers and businesses, including your own, to make well-informed and precise decisions.
Thank you in advance for your time and participation, and for helping the U.S. Census Bureau measure
America’s people and economy.
Sincerely,

Lisa E. Donaldson
Chief, Economy-Wide Stascs Division
U.S. Census Bureau

The Office of Management and Budget
(OMB) approval number for the Annual
Integrated Economic Survey is 0607-1024.

census.gov

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UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
U.S. Census Bureau
Washington, DC 20233-0001

DUE DATE REMINDER
The U.S. Census Bureau recently mailed you a leer asking you to complete the 2023 Annual Integrated
Economic Survey. This is a reminder that the due date is fast approaching. If you have submied your
survey in the past few weeks, thank you.

1. Register OR sign in at https://portal.census.gov
2. Enter your authencaon code OR locate this report under “My Surveys”
3. Report by clicking on “REPORT NOW.” You can return to your account over mulple sessions to
complete the survey.
For assistance with completing this survey or a list of the surveys that are covered under this new collection,
please visit census.gov/aies/information. An Account Manager has been assigned to assist your company with
reporting and to answer questions. Feel free to reach out directly via email or telephone and we will be
happy to answer any questions you might have. For a preview of the questions in this survey, visit
census.gov/aies/questionspreview/.
What is the Annual Integrated Economic Survey?
The Annual Integrated Economic Survey (AIES) is a newly redesigned survey that combines mulple
mandatory annual surveys into one comprehensive data collection. The new format simplifies reporng by
consolidating all necessary questions into one convenient platform, requiring you to answer only
industry-specific content that directly relates to your company’s activities.
With key data items standardized across all sectors, the AIES will offer a holistic annual picture of the U.S.
economy. Your valuable data serve as a critical input in calculating the Gross Domestic Product (GDP),
empowering policymakers and businesses, including your own, to make well-informed and precise decisions.
Thank you in advance for your time and participation, and for helping the U.S. Census Bureau measure
America’s people and economy.
Sincerely,

Lisa E. Donaldson
Chief, Economy-Wide Stascs Division
U.S. Census Bureau

The Office of Management and Budget
(OMB) approval number for the Annual
Integrated Economic Survey is 0607-1024.

census.gov

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The Office of Management and Budget
(OMB) approval number for the Annual
Integrated Economic Survey is 0607-1024.

PAST DUE NOTICE
Our records indicate that we have not received your 2023 Annual Integrated Economic Survey. This survey is
mandatory and requires your immediate attention.
Authentication Code:
Due Date:
1.

Register OR sign in at https://portal.census.gov

2.

Add your authentication code OR locate this report under “My Surveys”

3.

Report by clicking on “REPORT NOW.” You can return to your account over multiple sessions to complete
the survey.

If you recently reported, you can verify your filing status by clicking on “Options” and then “Filing Status.” Look for
an entry under the “Date Received” column.
YOUR RESPONSE IS REQUIRED BY LAW and will be kept strictly CONFIDENTIAL. The U.S. Census Bureau is
authorized to collect this information under Title 13, United States Code (Sections 131 and 182). The same law
requires that you respond (Sections 224 and 225) and assures the confidentiality of the information you provide
(Section 9). The Census Bureau is not permitted to publicly release your responses in a way that could identify your
business, organization, or institution, and use your responses only to produce statistics.
For more information or assistance with completing this survey, please visit https://census.gov/aies/information or
call our customer helpline at 1-800-681-3012, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern time.
Thank you in advance for your time and participation, and for helping the U.S. Census Bureau measure America’s
people and economy.
Sincerely,

Lisa E. Donaldson
Chief, Economy Wide Statistics Division
U.S. Census Bureau

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The Office of Management and Budget
(OMB) approval number for the Annual
Integrated Economic Survey is 0607-1024.

PAST DUE NOTICE
Our records indicate that we have not received your 2023 Annual Integrated Economic Survey. This survey is
mandatory and requires your immediate attention.
Authentication Code:
Due Date:
Account Manager:
1.

Register OR sign in at https://portal.census.gov

2.

Add your authentication code OR locate this report under “My Surveys”

3.

Report by clicking on “REPORT NOW.” You can return to your account over multiple sessions to complete
the survey.

If you recently reported, you can verify your filing status by clicking on “Options” and then “Filing Status.” Look for
an entry under the “Date Received” column.
YOUR RESPONSE IS REQUIRED BY LAW and will be kept strictly CONFIDENTIAL. The U.S. Census Bureau is
authorized to collect this information under Title 13, United States Code (Sections 131 and 182). The same law
requires that you respond (Sections 224 and 225) and assures the confidentiality of the information you provide
(Section 9). The Census Bureau is not permitted to publicly release your responses in a way that could identify your
business, organization, or institution, and use your responses only to produce statistics.
For more information or assistance with completing this survey, please visit https://census.gov/aies/information.
An Account Manager has been assigned to assist your company with reporting and to answer questions. Feel free
to reach out directly via email or telephone and we will be happy to answer any questions you might have.
Thank you in advance for your time and participation, and for helping the U.S. Census Bureau measure America’s
people and economy.
Sincerely,
Lisa E. Donaldson
Chief, Economy Wide Statistics Division
U.S. Census Bureau

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UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
Office of the General Counsel

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF COUNSEL FOR ECONOMIC AFFAIRS

Washington, D.C. 20230

NOTICE OF FAILURE TO PROVIDE MANDATORY CENSUS REPORT
The Bureau of the Census informs me that it has not received your 2023 Annual Integrated Economic Survey
response. High-quality economic statistics are indispensable to understanding our domestic economy and key
economic measures for the nation, such as the Gross Domestic Product (GDP), depend on this survey.
Your company has received repeated requests for this information and to date our records show a response has
not been received. If you recently reported, you can verify your filing status by logging into your account at
https://portal.census.gov and clicking on “Options” and then “Filing Status”.
Your response to the Census Bureau’s request is REQUIRED BY LAW. Title 13, United States Code (U.S.C.), Sections
131 and 182, authorize collection of the data, and sections 224 and 225 require your response. Of note, Section 9
requires that we keep your answers STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL. Failure to file your response can expose your
company and, in certain circumstances, responsible company officials, to civil and criminal penalties. Title 13
(Section 224) and the Sentencing Reform Act of 1984 (18, U.S.C. 3559 and 3571) allow for possible prosecution of
responsible officials and penalties up to $5,000 (and a response is still required).
If you do not comply with this request, your case may be referred to the Department of Justice for further
action.
Online reporting is easy and secure using the account that you set up according to the instructions below. For
assistance with meeting the mandatory filing requirement, please contact our toll-free customer help line at 1-800681-3012, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern time.
Authentication Code:
Due Date:
Upon receipt of this letter, please report within 10 days following these steps:
1.
2.
3.

Register OR sign in at https://portal.census.gov
Add your authentication code OR locate this report under “My Surveys”
Report by clicking on “REPORT NOW”

Thank you for your time and attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
Michael A. Cannon
Chief Counsel for Economic Affairs
The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval number for the
Annual Integrated Economy Survey is 0607-1024.

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UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
Office of the General Counsel

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF COUNSEL FOR ECONOMIC AFFAIRS

Washington, D.C. 20230

NOTICE OF FAILURE TO PROVIDE MANDATORY CENSUS REPORT
The Bureau of the Census informs me that it has not received your 2023 Annual Integrated Economic Survey
response. High-quality economic statistics are indispensable to understanding our domestic economy and key
economic measures for the nation, such as the Gross Domestic Product (GDP), depend on this survey.
Your company has received repeated requests for this information and to date our records show a response has
not been received. If you recently reported, you can verify your filing status by logging into your account at
https://portal.census.gov and clicking on “Options” and then “Filing Status”.
Your response to the Census Bureau’s request is REQUIRED BY LAW. Title 13, United States Code (U.S.C.), Sections
131 and 182, authorize collection of the data, and sections 224 and 225 require your response. Of note, Section 9
requires that we keep your answers STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL. Failure to file your response can expose your
company and, in certain circumstances, responsible company officials, to civil and criminal penalties. Title 13
(Section 224) and the Sentencing Reform Act of 1984 (18, U.S.C. 3559 and 3571) allow for possible prosecution of
responsible officials and penalties up to $5,000 (and a response is still required).
If you do not comply with this request, your case may be referred to the Department of Justice for further
action.
For more information or assistance with completing this survey, please visit https://census.gov/aies/information.
An Account Manager has been assigned to assist your company with reporting and to answer questions. Feel free
to reach out directly via email or telephone and we will be happy to answer any questions you might have.
Authentication Code:
Due Date:
Account Manager:
Upon receipt of this letter, please report within 10 days following these steps:
1.
2.
3.

Register OR sign in at https://portal.census.gov
Add your authentication code OR locate this report under “My Surveys”
Report by clicking on “REPORT NOW”

Thank you for your time and attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
Michael A. Cannon
Chief Counsel for Economic Affairs
The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval number for the
Annual Integrated Economy Survey is 0607-1024.

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NOTICE OF FAILURE TO PROVIDE MANDATORY RESPONSE
Our records indicate that we have not received your 2023 Annual Integrated Economic Survey response. If you have
submitted your survey within the past few weeks, thank you for your participation. You may verify your filing status by
logging into your account at https://portal.census.gov.
If you have not yet reported, we remind you that your response is REQUIRED BY LAW. Title 13, United States Code,
Sections 131 and 182, authorizes this collection. Sections 224 and 225 require your response. Section 9 requires that we
keep your answers STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL.
Although Title 13 (Section 224) and the Sentencing Reform Act of 1984 (18, U.S.C. 3559 and 3571) allow for possible
prosecution of responsible officials and penalties up to $5,000 (and still require response), the U.S. Census Bureau
prefers to work cooperatively with businesses like yours to ensure we gather and distribute reliable statistics about
the U.S. economy. We ask for your help in meeting that goal, recognizing that we are relying on your valuable time and
effort to comply with this request.
Online reporting is easy, with a secure account setup necessary to begin the reporting process. For assistance with
meeting the mandatory filing requirement, please contact our toll-free customer help line at 1-800-681-3012, Monday
through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern time.
Authentication Code:
Due Date:
Your timely response will save tax dollars by reducing the need for additional mailings and telephone calls. Please report
within 10 days, following these steps:
1.
2.
3.

Register OR sign in at https://portal.census.gov
Add your authentication code OR locate this report under “My Surveys”
Report by clicking on “REPORT NOW”

After reporting, we invite you to review the useful data and analysis tools available to aid and inform businesses such as
yours by visiting the Census Bureau’s website at https://www.census.gov/aies/information.
Thank you in advance for your time and participation.
Sincerely,

Nick Orsini
Associate Director for Economic Programs
U.S. Census Bureau
The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval number
for the Annual Integrated Economic Survey is 0607-1024.

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NOTICE OF FAILURE TO PROVIDE MANDATORY RESPONSE
Our records indicate that we have not received your 2023 Annual Integrated Economic Survey response. If you have
submitted your survey within the past few weeks, thank you for your participation. You may verify your filing status by
logging into your account at https://portal.census.gov.
If you have not yet reported, we remind you that your response is REQUIRED BY LAW. Title 13, United States Code,
Sections 131 and 182, authorizes this collection. Sections 224 and 225 require your response. Section 9 requires that we
keep your answers STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL.
Although Title 13 (Section 224) and the Sentencing Reform Act of 1984 (18, U.S.C. 3559 and 3571) allow for possible
prosecution of responsible officials and penalties up to $5,000 (and still require response), the U.S. Census Bureau
prefers to work cooperatively with businesses like yours to ensure we gather and distribute reliable statistics about
the U.S. economy. We ask for your help in meeting that goal, recognizing that we are relying on your valuable time and
effort to comply with this request.

For more information or assistance with completing this survey, please visit https://census.gov/aies/information.
An Account Manager has been assigned to assist your company with reporting and to answer questions. Feel free
to reach out directly via email or telephone and we will be happy to answer any questions you might have.
Authentication Code:
Due Date:
Account Manager:
Your timely response will save tax dollars by reducing the need for additional mailings and telephone calls. Please report
within 10 days, following these steps:
1.
2.
3.

Register OR sign in at https://portal.census.gov
Add your authentication code OR locate this report under “My Surveys”
Report by clicking on “REPORT NOW”

After reporting, we invite you to review the useful data and analysis tools available to aid and inform businesses such as
yours by visiting the Census Bureau’s website at https://www.census.gov/aies/information.
Thank you in advance for your time and participation.
Sincerely,

Nick Orsini
Associate Director for Economic Programs
U.S. Census Bureau
The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval number
for the Annual Integrated Economic Survey is 0607-1024.

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Dear CEO Name [or CEO Title if CEO Name blank]:
Our records indicate that we have not received your company’s 2023 Annual Integrated Economic Survey, which
was due April 30, 2024. This survey is REQUIRED BY LAW and warrants your immediate attention.
Data compiled from the Annual Integrated Economic Survey contribute to the official statistics used to measure
economic performance in the United States, such as the Gross Domestic Product (GDP), and will provide the
nation’s policymakers and business leaders like you with key yearly measures of economic activity including the
only comprehensive national and subnational data on business revenues, expenses, and assets on an annual basis.
We depend on your support to ensure timely and accurate data. Please take a moment to encourage prompt
completion of the survey. The information required for your company to report was sent to Company Contact
Name.
Title 13, United States Code (U.S.C.), Sections 131 and 182 authorizes this collection. Sections 224 and 225 require
your response. Section 9 requires that we keep your answers STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL. Although Title 13 (Section
224) and the Sentencing Reform Act of 1984 (18, U.S.C. 3559 and 3571) allow for possible prosecution of
responsible officials and penalties up to $5,000 (and still require response), the U.S. Census Bureau prefers to
work cooperatively with businesses like yours to ensure we gather and distribute reliable statistics about the
U.S. economy. We ask for your help in meeting that goal, recognizing that we are relying on your valuable time
and effort to comply with this request.
We assigned an Account Manager to assist your company in reporting. The Account Manager has attempted to
contact your company several times. For assistance with meeting the mandatory filing requirement, you may
contact your Account Manager at the number shown below.
Account Manager: Census AM Name, Census AM Phone Number
Company Contact: Company Contact Name
Thank you in advance for your time and participation.
Sincerely,
Nick Orsini
Associate Director for Economic Programs
U.S. Census Bureau
cc: Census AM Name, Census Bureau Account Manager
Company Contact Name, contact, Company Name

The Office of Management and Budget (OMB)approval
number for the Annual Integrated Economic Survey is
0607-1024.