As if the regularly scheduled census was not enough, there is a census rehearsal? First a notice requesting participation in a timely manner, then a followup stating participation is required by law, then the census "rehearsal" forms with the nice stamp:

YOUR RESPONSE IS REQUIRED BY LAW

in large bold letters. Ever heard of someone being prosecuted for not participating?

Sheesh. Anyone else having to participate? Any idea why the 'rehearsal?' Like a census needs practice or something :o)


I checked, it's valid:

United States Census 2010, 2008 Census Dress Rehearsal
U.S. Department of Commerce
Economics and Statistics Administration
U.S. Census Bureau

'2008 Census Dress Rehearsal'

Sheesh! I guess these 'rehearsals' are typical, but my county has never been selected to participate before... Besides 2 years in advance? I won't be living in the same county in 2 years.