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
Report
Property Tax Relief Issues
By DC Fiscal Policy Institute • June 1, 2005 • Revenue & Budget / Taxes
Testimony
Testimony of Ed Lazere on Property Tax Increase Caps
By DC Fiscal Policy Institute • March 18, 2005 • Revenue & Budget / Taxes
Testimony
Testimony of Ed Lazere, Executive Director, DC Fiscal Policy Institute At the Public Hearing on Bill 16-35, the “Standard Deduction and Personal Exemption Coupling Act of 2005†Bill 16-115, the “Standard and Itemized Deduction Filing Election Act of 2005†Bill 16-139, the “Commercial Utility Tax Amendment Act of 2005” District of Columbia Committee on Finance and Revenue
By DC Fiscal Policy Institute • March 14, 2005 • 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
