NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP)

DCWP Releases State of Workers’ Rights Report

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Throughout 2021, DCWP went above and beyond to protect workers during the COVID-19 pandemic and raise labor standards for workers across different industries. Read release and report.

DCWP Inspects 10,000 Businesses Under Visiting Inspector Program (VIP)

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Through VIP, all new brick-and-mortar DCWP licensees receive a free, educational inspection to understand the DCWP laws that apply to their business and how to avoid fines. Read release.

DCWP Files Case Against Starbucks For Illegally Firing Employee

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NYC Announces Settlement with Chipotle, Securing $20 Million for Approximately 13,000 Workers

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NYC Secures More Than $300,000 for Consumers Harmed by Predatory Used Car Dealers

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The NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP)—formerly the Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA)—protects and enhances the daily economic lives of New Yorkers to create thriving communities.

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COVID-19 Vaccine

It has never been easier to get a COVID-19 vaccination in NYC. Safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines are available to all New Yorkers age six months and older.

Get COVID-19 Vaccine Facts

Three COVID-19 vaccines are available in the U.S.: Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson. Learn how the vaccines work.

Consumer Protection Tips for Immigrants

NYC protects the rights of all New Yorkers. Get consumer protection tips for immigrants in 11 languages.

GetCoveredNYC

Free health insurance enrollment assistance for the plan of your choice. Learn more.

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Former Berkeley College Students to Get $20 Million in Debt Relief

Were you a Berkeley student prior to January 1, 2019 and owe tuition or fees? You may be eligible for debt relief.

File Your Taxes for Free

If you earn $72,000 or less, learn how you can file for free — including from home — with the help of an IRS certified VITA/TCE volunteer preparer.

Open Data for All

Open Data is an opportunity to engage New Yorkers in the information that is produced and used by City government. Learn more.

Register to Vote

Call 311 or visit vote.nyc to register to vote.