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 Claire Zippel, Housing Policy Associate On B21-0417, The First Time Homebuyer Tax Benefit Amendment Act, February 24, 2016
By Claire Zippel • February 23, 2016 • Affordable Housing & Ending Homelessness / Revenue & Budget / Taxes
Testimony
Testimony of Ed Lazere at the Public Hearing on The Universal Paid Leave Act of 2015, February 11, 2016
By Ed Lazere • February 22, 2016 • Inclusive Economy / Jobs & Training / Revenue & Budget / Taxes
Blog
New Bill Would Ensure a Living Wage for Workers on Projects that Get DC Tax Subsidies
By Ilana Boivie • January 21, 2016 • Inclusive Economy / Income & Poverty / Revenue & Budget / Taxes
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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
