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You could receive a tax break when filing your taxes by going to a free tax preparation site. In 2024, you could earn up to $25,511 without kids or $66,819 with kids and still qualify for this tax credit.

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This month, we honor the women throughout history who have paved the way for progress, equality and innovation. Let’s continue to uplift and empower women in our District community and beyond.

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Need help with student loans? The DISB Student Loan Ombudsman is here to assist DC residents with student loan concerns. Get guidance on repayment options, debt relief programs and more!

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Ready to take your business to the next level? Join our Capital to Cash Flow webinar on March 13 to discover how the DC BizCAP Program can help you access loans!

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Access the senior resource guide for essential tips and information to safeguard your financial well-being.

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Access the senior resource guide for essential tips and information to safeguard your financial well-being.

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This month, we honor the women throughout history who have paved the way for progress, equality and innovation. Let’s continue to uplift and empower women in our District community and beyond.

Learn More

Need help with student loans? The DISB Student Loan Ombudsman is here to assist DC residents with student loan concerns. Get guidance on repayment options, debt relief programs and more!

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Ready to take your business to the next level? Join our Capital to Cash Flow webinar on March 13 to discover how the DC BizCAP Program can help you access loans!

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Understanding Your Mental Health Benefits: Access & Equality for Seniors

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As people continue to recover from the pandemic and return back to their pre-pandemic lifestyles, there has been a correlated increase in need of mental health services. More people have reported suffering from depression, anxiety, and other behavioral disorders.

What is the District doing to increase access to mental health benefits, promote equality and support fair treatment of residents needing mental health services?

Register today to hear from subject matter experts in insurance benefits and mental healthcare on the following topics:

Featured News

02/14/2025 Modified District Government Services for Presidents Day

02/07/2025 Mayor Bowser Encourages DC Residents to Take Advantage of Tax Season Resources, Celebrates 50 Years of the Earned Income Tax Credit

01/23/2025 District of Columbia Joins $17 Million Multi-State Enforcement Settlement with Edward Jone

01/16/2025 District of Columbia Joins $80 Million Enforcement Action Against Block, Inc., Cash App for BSA/AML Violations

12/30/2024 Modified District Government Services for New Year’s Day

05/24/2023 DISB Testimony Prior Authorization Reform Amendment Act of 2023

02/08/2023 Fiscal Years 2022-2023 Performance Oversight Hearing

10/25/2022 Associate Commissioner Philip Barlow’s Testimony for Council Hearing on Three Insurance-related Bills: The Medical Malpractice Clarification Amendment Act of 2022 (B24-0829), the Reproductive Health Care Insurance Coverage Expansion Amendment Act of 2022

09/22/2022 Commissioner Woods’ Testimony for Council Hearing on Bill 24-558: Stop Discrimination by Algorithms Act of 2021

03/07/2022 DISB Written Testimony for Council Hearing on the Professional Employer Organization Registration Act of 2021

08/06/2020 Virtual Public Hearing: 2021 Proposed Health Insurance Rates

06/15/2021 Bowser Urges Vigilance in Protecting Seniors on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

05/28/2021 Health Insurance Fraud Totaling $3.8M Results In Prison Sentence

05/19/2021 DC health insurance marketplace: history and news of the state’s exchange

04/22/2021 DISB Celebrates April as Financial Literacy Month with Free Resources for District Residents

04/19/2021 Insurance in a Time of Transition: Highlights From the 16th Annual NFI Insurance Public Policy Summit

Upcoming Events

Mar 13 2025 - 10:00

Capital to Cash Flow

Mar 26 2025 - 17:00

Securing Your Legacy: A Community Gathering on Planning, Probate, and Property

Apr 24 2025 - 12:00

Family Finances

DISB Orders New Plan to Dedicate GHMSI Excess Surplus

Department asking for public comment on new plan for dedication of excess surplus to community health reinvestment.

District Announces 2020 Health Insurance Rates

Three out of four insurers to reduce their rates.

Featured Homepage Events

Capital to Cash Flow - Thu, Mar 13

Virtual

A workshop to help small business owners develop funding strategies and access capital.

Presented by:
The District of Columbia Departments of Insurance, Securities and Banking (DISB) and Licensing and Consumer Protection (DLCP) and the Coalition For Non Profit Housing and Economic Development (CNHED).

Who should attend:

Entrepreneurs
Small businesses
Start-ups
Nonprofits
Contractors

Questions:
DC BizCAP Contact: Aaron Fenwick or 202-442-7821
DLCP-SBRC Contact: Tamika Wood goes to [email protected]

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Securing Your Legacy: A Community Gathering on Planning, Probate, and Property - Wed, Mar 26

5401 South Dakota Ave NE

Please arrive by 4:30; presentations will begin at 5:00.

This event will include an overview of estate planning concepts and documents such as a will and probate, trust, healthcare directives, power of attorney and more.

Learn about the steps you can take to plan for your future and protect your property, possessions and loved ones.

At this event, DC residents will have the opportunity to learn more about their property's ownership. DC residents will also have the opportunity to complete on-site intake for estate planning, probate, and/or foreclosure legal services, and may be paired with a lawyer from a participating organization at no cost; strict income restrictions apply for those interested in legal representation.

Advance registration is required and will be capped at 100 guests.

RSVP: http://securingyourlegacy.eventbrite.com .

If you have any questions regarding this event, please email [email protected].

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Family Finances - Thu, Apr 24

Virtual

Get the family together to learn about financial planning, funding college and more!

Find your financial freedom. financiallyfitdc.com

To watch the webinar, register here, and then select from the list provided.

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