The structure of DC’s tax system—who pays and how much—raises issues that are important to all of us.
The taxes paid by DC residents and businesses support vital public services that make DC an attractive place to live and work. From schools to housing to parks to public transportation, these are critical to a robust economy and strong communities. DCFPI works to promote a tax system that is adequate to meet our city’s needs and fair in distributing taxes among residents and businesses.
Featured Publications & Resources
Testimony
Testimony of Ed Lazere, Executive Director, DC Fiscal Policy Institute, At the Public Hearing on the Corporate Income Tax Base Protection Act of 2003, Bill 15-243
By DC Fiscal Policy Institute • June 18, 2003 • Revenue & Budget / Taxes
Report
Would a Publicly Financed Baseball Stadium Pay Off for DC? Economic Research Suggests the Answer Is “No”
By Ed Lazere • June 9, 2003 • Inclusive Economy / Revenue & Budget / Taxes
Report
The Good News About DC Taxes: Taxes on DC Households Are in Line with Suburban Taxes
By Ed Lazere • April 13, 2003 • Revenue & Budget / Taxes
Latest on this Issue
Testimony
Mayor’s Proposed FY25 Budget Would Set Back Progress. DC Council Does Not Have to Follow Suit.
By Erica Williams • May 13, 2024 • Revenue & Budget / Taxes
Report
DC Must Grow Revenue and Spending to Pursue More Transformative Change
By Erica Williams • May 1, 2024 • Revenue & Budget / Taxes
Testimony
Council Must Choose to Equitably Raise Revenue Over Balancing the Budget on the Backs of Black and Brown Residents
By Tazra Mitchell • April 23, 2024 • Revenue & Budget / Taxes
