The DC Fiscal Policy Institute shapes racially-just tax, budget, and policy decisions by centering Black and brown communities in our research and analysis, community partnerships, and advocacy efforts to advance an antiracist, equitable future. DCFPI seeks to not only dismantle the racist policies and systems that hold us all back, but to build a future in which every person, no matter their race or ethnicity, has what they need to live to their fullest.| DC Fiscal Policy Institute
151 organizations sent a letter to members of Congress urging them to protect the District of Columbia’s autonomy by rejecting any federal bills that undermine its democratic institutions or overturn laws passed by DC voters or representatives.| DC Fiscal Policy Institute
Although DC is not facing a budget shortfall as some expected, the CFO warns that the District is entering a moderate recession this year.| DC Fiscal Policy Institute
Some formerly homeless and low-income D.C. seniors are turning down necessary assisted living care because, after charges for the facility, they would not have enough to cover their expenses, according to a D.C. Fiscal Policy Institute (DCFPI) report released in early September.| DC Fiscal Policy Institute
Cash bail harms people with low incomes who are unable to pay for bail, and Black DC residents have lower incomes and higher poverty rates than other races due to historic and systemic racism.| DC Fiscal Policy Institute
As the final vote on the major tenant rights reform bill approaches, an academic study challenges developers’ claims that TOPA hinders construction, revealing the divide between reliable findings and industry-driven advocacy campaigns.| DC Fiscal Policy Institute
Instead of addressing the housing crisis through proven solutions, the DC Council is poised to gut tenant protections by weakening the Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (TOPA) through the RENTAL Act.| DC Fiscal Policy Institute
Income inequality and racial inequity persisted in 2024, according to new data from the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (ACS), while the rate of poverty rose. DC once again tied with New York for the highest levels of income inequality in the nation except for Puerto Rico.| DC Fiscal Policy Institute
The new initiative will fuel rapid-response advocacy to protect DC’s future and safeguard investments in racial and economic justice.| DC Fiscal Policy Institute
Some unhoused DC residents are rejecting assisted living because of harsh income rules that leave them unable to afford basic items and compromise their quality of life.| DC Fiscal Policy Institute
Validating the federal incursion and the president’s rhetoric with this executive order sets the stage for a permanent police state that will leave DC residents even less safe than they have been since the takeover began.| DC Fiscal Policy Institute
Mass deportation would harm DC’s economy, thwart business activity, and take a devastating toll on immigrant families and communities.| DC Fiscal Policy Institute
DC Should End Special Tax Treatment that Makes the Wealthy Even Wealthier.| DC Fiscal Policy Institute
Every dollar that DC must use to replenish the reserve earlier than what is legally required is one lawmakers don’t have to help residents afford rent and put food on the table.| DC Fiscal Policy Institute
Overall, the Council-approved budget fails to adequately meet the moment, underfunding programs that will help residents meet their basic needs amid historic federal cuts to health care and food assistance as DC enters a recession.| DC Fiscal Policy Institute
The DC Fiscal Policy Institute (DCFPI) is pleased to welcome Michael Richardson to its Board of Directors.| DC Fiscal Policy Institute
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