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Lottery Scam

Avoid lottery scams. Be wary of callers who say you’ve won big.

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.

Life Insurance Annual Review

DISB encourages you to you review your life insurance policy to determine if your coverage is still appropriate. Here are some tips and considerations to contemplate during your annual review.

Don’t Fall Victim to Scams

Hold on to your hard-earned money. Learn to avoid sweepstakes scams.

DISB Coffee & Capital at DCRA Small Business Resource

Join DISB at DCRA’s Small Business Resource Center on Feb. 3 to learn more about DC BizCAP, capital access program for District small businesses and start-ups. Click here to RSVP.

Featured Services

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.

Small Business Resources

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

File Financial or Insurance Complaint

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

Name & Address Changes

Learn how to submit name and address changes to a producer license.

Verify Company License

Check to see if an insurance, securities, or financial individual or institution is licensed.

Consumer Resources

Upcoming Events

Feb 3 2020 - 10:00

DISB Coffee & Capital at DCRA Small Business Resource

Latest

Jan 21 2020

Mayor Bowser Announces Karima Woods as Acting Commissioner of the Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking

Woods had been serving as the Director of Business Development and Strategy in the Office of the...

Jan 8 2020

New Online Portal Now Live to Connect Small Businesses with Access to Capital

Second Annual Access to Capital Event Celebrates $200,000 in District Funds Leveraged to Create $1....

Dec 17 2019

Inaugural Meeting of District of Columbia Financial Services Regulatory Sandbox and Innovation Council Set for December 18

Washington, DC—On the heels of Mayor Muriel Bowser’s appointment of 19 members to a new council...

Sep 25 2019

District Uses Music and Multimedia to Teach Ward 7 Students About Financial Literacy

HD Woodson High School students get money smart with DISB.

Sep 25 2019

Bowser Administration Shares Better Aging and Best Living Resources With Ward 1 Seniors

Senior Washingtonians received actionable information and resources on how to age affordably,...

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

Apr 20 2016

Committee on Business, Consumer and Regulatory Affairs Fiscal Year 2017 Budget Oversight Public Hearing, Testimony of Commissioner Stephen C. Taylor, April 20, 2016

Committee on Business, Consumer and Regulatory Affairs Fiscal Year 2017 Budget Oversight Public...

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 Compliance

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

Jan 23 2020

Deputy Commissioner for Market Operations

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

Jan 16 2020

Human Resources Specialist - Job ID# 9611

Salary: $79,314 | Date opened: 1/15/2020 | Closing date: 1/24/2020 | Job Description...

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

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

Connect With Us
1050 First Street, NE, 801, Washington, DC 20002
Phone: (202) 727-8000
TTY: 711
Email: [email protected]

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Agency Performance

DISB, District of Columbia Government Closed Monday, October 29 Due to Hurricane Sandy

Date Released:

Sun, 10/28/2012

The District's Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking will be closed on Monday, Oct. 29 as part of the District of Columbia Government closure due to Hurricane Sandy.

If you are looking for information on insurance companies, find contact information for the insurance companies that underwrite most of the homeowners and private passenger auto insurance business in the District of Columbia. Additional insurance tips for hurricane preparation can also be found here.