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BLS Restricted Data Access
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  1. Linking Firms with Establishments in BLS Microdata
  2. Bureau of Labor Statistics Handbook of Methods

BLS Confidential Data Access Information Form

Once approved, researchers are required to complete a form with additional information not included in the Standard Application Portal (SAP).  The information you provide will be used by the BLS for administrative purposes associated with granting access to restricted BLS data.  Below are required forms.

  1. NLSY State, County, and MSA Geocode Data Access Information Form (PDF)
  2. NLSY Census Tract and Zip Code Data Access Information Form (PDF)

Sample Legal Agreements for Approved Projects Using BLS Restricted Data in the Virtual Data Enclave (VDE):

  1. Sample BLS Agent Agreement (PDF)
  2. NLSY State, County, and MSA Geocode Letter of Agreement (non-Federal) (PDF)
  3. NLSY State, County, and MSA Geocode Memorandum of Understanding (Federal) (PDF)
  4. NLSY Census Tract and Zip Code Letter of Agreement (non-Federal) (PDF)
  5. NLSY Census Tract and Zip Code Memorandum of Understanding (Federal) (PDF)

 

Last modified date: June 25, 2025