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April 9, 2025
Resources for Recently Unemployed Residents

New Public Service Career Hub Site The DC government website, Fedsupport.dc.gov, includes information on unemployment insurance and how to apply, resources for job seekers federal employment guidance, and DC government opportunities. Unemployment Insurance and Career Support The District’s Unemployment Insurance program provides temporary financial assistance to qualified individuals who meet the eligibility requirements of the District of Columbia. To receive unemployment insurance, you must meet the following criteria: Be unemployed through no fault of your own Be able, available, and actively looking for work Have earned enough wages to file a claim Apply for unemployment benefits from the Office of Unemployment Compensation Ten things you should know about the Unemployment Insurance System If you have any questions or need further assistance applying for unemployment insurance, contact DOES by phone at 202-724-7000. These career support programs, offered by the Department of Employment Services and non-profit partners, provide job seekers support on their career journey: Wider Circle Career Support DC Infrastructure Academy Apprenticeship DC   Apply For Health Insurance If you are a DC resident and lost your federal…

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June 13, 2024
Ward 3 for All – FY25 Budget: Economic Opportunity

Expand Economic Opportunity Our business districts and brick-and-mortar small businesses continue to struggle with changing economic conditions and need support to remain vibrant. District residents need diverse pathways to employment and advancement. The budget the Council passed balanced an emphasis on Downtown revitalization with investments in the city’s broader small business ecosystem, including lowering the tax burden on some small businesses, simplifying business licensing, reducing the threshold to receive a Clean Hands, and increasing funding for Main Street programs that support small businesses in all eight wards.

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