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 Jenny Reed, Policy Director, At the Public Oversight Hearing on the FY 2015 Budget Request Act of 2014 and the FY 2015 Budget Support Act of 2014
By Tina Paden • May 9, 2014 • Revenue & Budget / Taxes
Testimony
Testimony of Jenny Reed, Policy Director, At the Public Oversight Hearing on the FY 2015 Budget for the Office of the Chief Financial Officer
By Tina Paden • May 8, 2014 • Revenue & Budget / Taxes
Blog
Changes to DC’s Tax Code Can Help Make Work Pay and Help Reduce Taxes for Low and Moderate-Income Households in DC
By Jenny Reed • May 7, 2014 • 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
