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.


What's New at DCA?

Go to Ready to Rent webpage to learn about the program

Ready to Rent

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

Go to NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene website

Stop the Spread of Novel Coronavirus

Cover your sneezes. Wash your hands for at least 20 seconds. Avoid touching your face. Get more tips from NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.

Go to webpage to get consumer protection tips for immigrants

Consumer Protection Tips for Immigrants

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

Go to GetCoveredNYC webpage to learn more

GetCoveredNYC

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

Go to NYC Census 2020 website

NYC Census 2020

Don't let NYC lose out on billions in federal funding. Commit to be counted and help your City!

Go to nyc.gov/taxprep

File Your Taxes for Free

Eligible New Yorkers can file their 2019 tax return at an NYC Free Tax Prep site or online through October 15. Learn more.

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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