DISB Updates—What You Should Know During Coronavirus (COVID-19) Outbreak
Mayor Muriel Bowser has declared both a state of emergency and a public health emergency to mitigate the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) and, on March 30, she issued a stay-at-home order for District residents. DISB has been monitoring the impact on agency operations as positive cases continue to be confirmed in the District, Maryland, and Virginia.
DISB Operations during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Outbreak
DISB is operational. However, we have made changes to how service is being provided. DISB personnel are operating via full telework for the duration of the public health emergency. Normal operations will resume at the conclusion of the emergency.
Frequently Ask Questions
What is DISB?
The Government of the District of Columbia Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking (DISB) regulates financial-service businesses in the District by administering DC's insurance, securities and banking laws, rules and regulations.
DISB's primary goal is to ensure residents of the District of Columbia have access to a wide choice of insurance, securities and banking products and services, and that they are treated fairly by the companies and individuals that provide these services.
DISB aims to provide a positive business climate that encourages fair and open competition and to increase the number of financial-service firms conducting business in the District. In addition, DISB will ensure that all relevant consumer protection laws are strictly enforced. It will continue to encourage the growth of the financial-services business sector that brings jobs and tax revenue to the city.
How can I get the COVID-19 vaccine?
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Can DISB assist with 3rd party investments?
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More Information
Beware of financial fraud during this time of heightened awareness. If you believe you have been a victim of financial fraud, alert DISB by visiting our website at disb.dc.gov or calling (202) 727-8000 to report the fraud.
For more information on the District’s response to COVID-19, please visit coronavirus.dc.gov.
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