District of Columbia Department of Insurance Securities and Banking DISB

The District of Columbia Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking (DISB) is a government agency based in Washington, DC. With 61 employees, DISB is responsible for regulating financial-service businesses operating within the District. DISB administers DC's insurance, securities, and banking laws, rules, and regulations. Their primary focus is ensuring residents have access to a variety of financial products and services while receiving fair treatment from providers. They aim to foster a business environment that encourages competition and attracts financial-service firms to Washington, DC. DISB strives to protect consumers from unfair practices, while simultaneously creating a fair playing field for regulated entities. They accomplish this through strict enforcement of consumer protection laws and by promoting the growth of the financial-services sector, which contributes jobs and tax revenue to the city. DISB's mission encompasses three key areas: cultivating a regulatory environment that protects consumers and attracts financial firms; empowering and educating residents about financial matters; and providing financing for District small businesses. More information about DISB can be found at disb.dc.gov.