CPS Supplement: Disability

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Summary

The Current Population Survey (CPS) Disability Supplement is a periodic government survey sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor to gather data on the employment status, barriers, and workplace accommodations of individuals with disabilities. It covers people ages 16 to 75 living in approximately 60,000 households, collecting details on work-limiting health conditions and assistance programs.

Agency DOL, BLS
Related Agency DOC, CENSUS
Data Checkup

Historical Data Availability

No Known Issue

Future Data Availability

No Known Issue

Data Quality

No Known Issue

Statutory Context

High Risk
Statutory authorization is vague.

Staffing and Funding

Moderate Risk
A new BLS Commissioner has been confirmed but many leadership roles remain vacant, and reductions in staffing have affected the ability to maintain core data collections. Prior to the shutdown, hiring had resumed to augment CPI data collection. From FY2024 to FY2026, the Census Bureau has lost more than 2,500 staff (approximately 20%).

Policy

No Known Issue
Last updated: 2026-08-27

Details

OMB Control Number 1220-0186
Authorizing Statutes 13 USC 9, 29 USC 1, 29 USC 2
Related ICRs
Reference Number Title Agency Status Request Type
202311-1220-001 Current Population Survey Disability Supplement DOL/BLS Active
Revision of a currently approved collection
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