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Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking

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Mayor Bowser Lifts Stay at Home Order, Urges Safety as Phase One of Reopening Begins Friday, May 29

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DISB Operations During COVID-19

Consumer information, updates and responses during the public health emergency.

Mortgage Deferment Program

Want to know more about the Residential Mortgage and Commercial Mortgage Deferment Program? See our FAQ and guidance.

COVID-19: What Qualifies as an Essential Business?

Interpretive Guidance on Mayor’s Order regarding closure of non-essential businesses during COVID-19.

Bank on DC Program

DISB’s Bank on DC program is a collaborative effort to create greater access to mainstream financial services in order to avoid potential high costs and fees.

Small Business Resources

DISB provides and participates in programs and resources to assist small business owners in creating sustainable economic development.

Beware of Coronavirus Scams

Residents should be on the alert for scams during this public health emergency.

Featured Services

COVID-19 Resources

Consumer information, updates and responses during the public health emergency.

Life Insurance Policy Locator

DISB provides this resource to help residents locate missing or lost insurance policies and annuity...

Small Business Resources

DISB has a number of programs and resources to assist small business owners.

Student Loan Ombudsman

Get answers to your student loan concerns from the District Student Loan Ombudsman.

Foreclosure Prevention

DISB provides resources to help District residents avoid foreclosure.

File Financial or Insurance Complaint

Learn about the types of complaints DISB handles and how to file a complaint or report fraud.

Consumer Resources

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May 20 2020

Insurers File Proposed Rates for 2021 District of Columbia Health Plan Offerings

Washington, DC—The District of Columbia Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking (DISB)...

May 12 2020

District’s Bank on DC Program May Help Provide Faster Access to COVID-19 Stimulus Funds

Bowser Administration working with partners to encourage unbanked and underbanked residents to open...

May 11 2020

District of Columbia Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking Joins Task Force Cracking Down on COVID-19 Investment Scams

Washington, DC—The Bowser Administration announced today that the Department of Insurance,...

May 1 2020

Mayor Bowser Announces Relief for Residents Struggling with Student Loan Payments Due to COVID-19 Pandemic

(Washington, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced expanded financial relief options for...

Mar 15 2020

During Modified DC Government Operations, Many Services Still Operating

Essential services and the majority of its systems and services are still operating.

May 27 2020

Committee on Business and Economic Development Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Oversight Hearing Testimony of Acting Commissioner Karima M. Woods

Testimony of Acting Commissioner Karima M. Woods

Feb 13 2018

2/13/18 Committee On Business and Economic Development

2/13/18: Testimony of Stephen C. Taylor Commissioner Department of Insurance, Securities and...

Jan 31 2018

1/31/18 Committee On Business and Economic Development

1/31/18: Testimony of Stephen C. Taylor Commissioner Department of Insurance, Securities and...

Apr 13 2017

4/13/17 Committee On Business and Economic Development

Testimony of Stephen C. Taylor Commissioner Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking

Feb 15 2017

Committee On Business and Economic Development

Testimony of Stephen C. Taylor Commissioner Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking

Sep 23 2019

DISB in the Community: Financial Literacy Day

DISB, H.D. Woodson High School and Funding the Future to hold a financial literacy event for...

Sep 23 2019

Elder Housing Resource Forum

Forum to be held at the Bernice Fonteneau Senior Wellness Center in Ward 1 on September 25.

Jul 15 2019

Proposed 2020 Health Insurance Rates Public Hearing

The Department invites the public to testify or submit written testimony. Any person or...

May 14 2019

Bowser Administration Hosting Elder Housing Resource Forum

The Bowser administration provides faith community leaders with resources to help seniors...

May 3 2019

DISB Notice of Public Hearing on 2020 Proposed Health Insurance Rates

Commissioner Taylor hereby gives notice of his intent to conduct a public hearing to review...

Jan 23 2020

Deputy Commissioner for Market Operations

Salary: $121,794 to $182,690 | Date opened: 1/24/2020 | Closing date: Open until filled

Feb 3 2019

Bank on DC WPGC Radio Interview

Bank on D.C.'s goal is to ensure that everyone has access to a safe and affordable bank or...

Dec 3 2018

NAIC Names 2019 Zone Committee Leaders

NAIC elected the 2019 zone officers during the Fall National Meeting, held in San Francisco.

Sep 29 2016

Washington Business Journal - Regulators approve new D.C. Health Link plan rates

Regulators approve new D.C. Health Link plan rates

Sep 8 2016

PR Newswire - 3,200 Participated in "DASH for the STASH" Investor Education and Protection Contest in Libraries in 11 States and D.C.

3,200 Participated in "DASH for the STASH" Investor Education and Protection Contest in...

Aug 29 2016

Washington Business Journal - This charity startup snagged $1M in funding — with the District and 1776 as investors

This charity startup snagged $1M in funding — with the District and 1776 as investors

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Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking

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Monday to Friday, 8:15 am to 4:45 pm, except District holidays

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1050 First Street, NE, 801, Washington, DC 20002
Phone: (202) 727-8000
TTY: 711
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Agency Performance

Public Hearing: Moxy Bank Charter Application

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The organizers for the proposed Moxy Bank filed a complete application with the Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking (“Department”) to establish a de novo community bank in the District of Columbia.