The Department of Commerce is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for a non-substantive change to continue the Small Business Pulse Survey. This survey helps collect data on how the COVID-19 pandemic affects small businesses in the United States. The aim is to gather information on changes in business operations, finances, and expectations, as well as disruptions in supply chains. The information will be used to guide the nation’s response to the pandemic, and participation in the survey is voluntary.
Simple Explanation
The government wants to ask small businesses how they're doing because of the COVID-19 pandemic. They hope to learn what's working and what's not, so they can help more effectively, but they need a lot of answers to figure it out.