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Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking

The Department is currently conducting business via telework and will not be able to address consumer issues in person. Read more >>
Phase Two of Reopening Began on June 22

Agency Home Responsive

New Insurance Podcast

Tune into our new Insurance Intelligence podcast and learn how to make the most of your policy’s homeowner’s declaration page.

DISB Celebrates National Consumer Protection Week

February 28 to March 6 is National Consumer Protection Week and DISB has videos, podcasts and alerts just for DC residents.

Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Campaign

Qualify for #EITC? Check out the #EITCAssistant.

For more information, click here.

New Financial Navigators Program

Mayor Bowser launches free initiative to help Washingtonians facing financial struggles caused by COVID-19. The program will provide one-on-one assessments of financial needs and access to vital resources.

Obamacareplans.com

Beware of Obamacareplans.com, a company that offers to match consumers with insurance companies or brokers for their health insurance needs. They are NOT licensed to conduct business in DC.

DISB Operations During COVID-19

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

Bank on DC

The @BankonDC Program offers low to no-fee bank accounts that can help you save up to $800/year in fees!

Featured Services

Small Business Resources

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

COVID-19 Resources

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

Student Loan Ombudsman

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

Podcast

Listen and learn about topics that will help improve your financial interests.

File Financial or Insurance Complaint

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

Foreclosure Prevention

DISB provides resources to help District residents avoid foreclosure.

Consumer Resources

Upcoming Events

Apr 1 2021 - 16:00

Flood and Water Damage: Prevention, Protection and Programs

Apr 15 2021 - 18:00

Pay Yourself First Financial Wellness Series

May 20 2021 - 12:00

The Path to Success - Youth friendly grades 6th - 8th: Financial Wellness Series

Latest

Feb 26 2021

DISB Helps District Residents Safeguard Their Financial Interests During National Consumer Protection Week

(Washington, DC)—The Bowser Administration, through the DC Department of Insurance, Securities and...

Feb 22 2021

Mayor Bowser Launches Free Financial Navigators Program To Help Residents Tackle Covid-19 Financial Challenges

New free program to help District residents facing critical financial struggles is announced.

Feb 19 2021

DISB Helps District Residents Get in Better Financial Shape During America Saves Week

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

Jan 28 2021

Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Awareness Day is January 29

Many DMV Residents Have Lost Income Recently Due to the Pandemic; Qualifying Residents Can...

Dec 15 2020

Bowser Administration Celebrates 10 Years of Bank On DC Program

Program Has Helped 10,000 District Resident Get Accessible and Affordable Bank Accounts

Feb 10 2021

FEB 10 Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Performance Oversight Hearing Testimony of DISB Commissioner Karima M. Woods

Testimony of DISB Commissioner Karima M. Woods

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

Aug 6 2020

Virtual Public Hearing: 2021 Proposed Health Insurance Rates

Karima M. Woods, Commissioner of the Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking (Department),...

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...

Mar 4 2021

Financial Examiner & Analyst - Job ID 12261

Job description: Financial Examiner & Analyst - Job ID 12261 Date opened:3/4/2021 ...

Jun 30 2020

WUSA9 Interview with Acting Commissioner Woods

Mortgage Deferment Locator Tool

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...

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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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Phone: (202) 727-8000
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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.