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
Blog
The DC Council Should Not Adopt Costly Tax Cuts For High-Income Homebuyers
By Claire Zippel • December 16, 2016 • Affordable Housing & Ending Homelessness / Revenue & Budget / Taxes
Testimony
Testimony of Claire Zippel, Housing Policy Analyst, At the Public Hearing on B21-688, The Displacement Prevention Amendment Act of 2016
By Claire Zippel • October 21, 2016 • Affordable Housing & Ending Homelessness / Revenue & Budget / Taxes
Blog
As DC’s Revenues Grow, We Should Use the Surplus for Important Needs
By Ilana Boivie • October 13, 2016 • Revenue & Budget / Taxes
Latest on this Issue
Blog
DC Tax Credits for Households with Low Incomes Will Reduce Child Poverty by One-Fifth
By Maria Manansala • December 18, 2025 • Income & Poverty / Taxes
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
