Number: 97-871 Title: SAMPLING FOR CENSUS 2000: A LEGAL OVERVIEW Authors: Margaret Mikyung Lee, American Law Division Abstract: Sampling and statistical adjustment of the decennial population census taken for the purpose of apportioning the Representatives of Congress among the states, have become increasingly controversial during the past two decades. This report provides a look at the law affecting sampling and summarizes legislation concerning the use of sampling in the decennial census and the possible effect of such legislation. Pages: 27 Date: Updated December 30, 1998