US Bureau of the Census 2007 Economic Census To Arrive in December
The 5-year Census will gauge American businesses at the local and national level.

In December, more than 4 million American businesses, including 450,000 professional, scientific, and technical services businesses, will receive 2007 Economic Census forms.  Responses to the questionnaire are required by law (Title 13, U.S. Code), and are to be returned by February 12, 2008.

Every 5 years, the Economic Census develops a comprehensive portrait of American business, from the national to the local level. Timely and accurate data are vital to effective public policy and important The Bureau of the Census has created a special website at business.census.govto explain about the Economic Census, and to provide statistics visitors can use to assess and grow their business operations. 

A timeline of upcoming deadlines:

November 2007: The Economic Census has information to help businesses grow at business.census.gov. 

December 2007:  Economic Census forms arrive to businesses in mid-December. 

February 2008: Economic Census forms are due February 12.