Federal government must track multigenerational unpaid caregivers in national surveys

What does this do?

This bill tells the federal government to add at least one question about multigenerational caregiving to a major national survey, such as the American Community Survey or the Current Population Survey, within three years. The question must be tested first to make sure people understand it and that the answers are reliable. Answering is voluntary, and within two years of the question going live, the government must send a report to Congress and post it publicly online.

Who does it affect?

This affects Americans who are unpaid caregivers for people from more than one age group at the same time, such as someone caring for both a young child and an elderly parent. It also affects federal agencies responsible for running large national surveys.

Why does it matter?

Right now, policymakers have limited data on how many multigenerational caregivers exist, what they earn, or how their health is affected. Collecting this information could inform future decisions about workplace policy, health care, and family support.

Where does it stand?