Form 197AQ is a specific form used by government entities in the United States, often by state or local agencies, to request information related to the number of employees and the amount of wages paid by employers. The purpose of this form is to gather data that can be used for various purposes, such as determining unemployment insurance rates, assessing the economic health of a region, or tracking employment trends. It is used to collect essential information about the workforce and compensation levels within a particular jurisdiction.