Data watch: the redesigned Current Population Survey

Article Abstract:

The Current Population Survey (CPS) has been redesigned to enhance the quality of data and collection of additional information. The redesigned survey follows the latest techniques of data collection and changes in the labor force.The users can match individuals' responses about unemployment and earnings on a monthly basis to determine the respective rates. Supplementary questions are added to the CPS to determine statistics about various economic and social issues. Despite the improvement in data quality, the effects of redesign on ongoing CPS estimates needs to be monitored carefully.

Innovations, Evaluation, Quality management, Design, Statistical services, Current Population Survey (Statistical work)

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Policy watch: child support policies

Article Abstract:

More rigorous enforcement of child support and custodial laws are expected to bring economic relief to custodial parents and children, especially out-of-wedlock offspring. Increased emphasis on the economic responsibility of unwed fathers is predicted to curb the rising incidence of illegitimate children. Furthermore, reformed government collection methods and guaranteed support payments are inclined to encourage custodial mothers to cooperate with visitation requirements.

Laws, regulations and rules, Finance, Maternal and infant welfare, Infant welfare, Maternal welfare, Child support, Illegitimate children

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Data watch: the National Longitudinal Surveys

Article Abstract:

The key features of the US National Longitudinal Surveys are described. The range of information on employment, education, training, families, household income and health, which may be derived from the surveys, is explained.

United States, Surveys, Health, Family, Employment surveys, United States. Department of Labor, Longitudinal studies, Educational surveys

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