Department of Consumer Affairs

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You Have the Right to Safe and Sick Leave

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DCWP launched a public awareness campaign to educate New Yorkers about their rights and protections under the NYC Paid Safe and Sick Leave Law and to raise awareness about its new amendments that went into effect earlier this year. Read release.
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No Stopping New York

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New Yorkers are what make this city so special and they’re the reason it’ll come back stronger, fairer and healthier than ever.

DCWP Releases Report Examining Predatory Practices in Virtual Lease-to-Own Industry in New York City

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DCWP's latest report examines the virtual lease-to-own (LTO) industry in NYC, specifically focusing on those promoted by brick-and mortar businesses, which are predominately located in Black and Hispanic neighborhoods, and the deceptive tactics used to lure consumers into financing agreements. Read release and download report.

DCWP Protects Furniture Consumers from Deceptive Practices

DCWP Secures $2.2 Million in Lawsuit Against Deceptive Furniture Store

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Get DCWP alerts and information during the COVID-19 crisis, including DCWP services online, resources to manage money, certain extensions for license expiration dates and renewal application deadlines, update about workplace laws, price gouging, and scams and safety tips.

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, 12 and over.

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.

Ready to Rent

Get free one-on-one financial counseling and assistance with affordable housing applications through the Ready to Rent program. Learn more.

File Your Taxes for Free

If you earn $68,000 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.

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