DLCP NEWS | 2023 New Year Edition
Date Released:
Mon, 02/06/2023
Make an Impact!
Here’s your chance to lend your voice, expertise, and leadership to boards and programs that impact industries and protect the public. We’re looking for dedicated District residents to serve on DLCP's boards and commissions. Serving on a board is more than a role—it’s an opportunity to influence policy, uphold professional standards, and strengthen our community.
The Best Act is Live!
The Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection (DLCP) is excited to announce the implementation of the Business and Entrepreneurship Support to Thrive (BEST) Act—a major step forward in simplifying and modernizing how businesses are licensed in the District of Columbia.
CorpOnline Updates Live!
Exciting updates have transformed CorpOnline, making it easier than ever to register and manage business entities online. For more details on what has changed click the link below for FAQs.
Book An Appointment!
DLCP now offers an appointment scheduling system, making it easy to plan ahead and skip long waits.
Appointments are available for services including Business Licensing, Corporations, Occupational and Professional Licensing, Short Term Rental, Vending (by appointment only), Special Events, Weights and Measures, and Civil Infractions.
Report Vending Issues
If you’ve had an issue with a vendor in the District, please file a complaint here. Your feedback helps improve service and prevent future problems.
The Best Act is Live!
The Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection (DLCP) is excited to announce the implementation of the Business and Entrepreneurship Support to Thrive (BEST) Act—a major step forward in simplifying and modernizing how businesses are licensed in the District of Columbia.
Report Vending Issues
If you’ve had an issue with a vendor in the District, please file a complaint here. Your feedback helps improve service and prevent future problems.
CorpOnline Updates Live!
Exciting updates have transformed CorpOnline, making it easier than ever to register and manage business entities online. For more details on what has changed click the link below for FAQs.
Book An Appointment!
DLCP now offers an appointment scheduling system, making it easy to plan ahead and skip long waits.
Appointments are available for services including Business Licensing, Corporations, Occupational and Professional Licensing, Short Term Rental, Vending (by appointment only), Special Events, Weights and Measures, and Civil Infractions.
Make an Impact!
Here’s your chance to lend your voice, expertise, and leadership to boards and programs that impact industries and protect the public. We’re looking for dedicated District residents to serve on DLCP's boards and commissions. Serving on a board is more than a role—it’s an opportunity to influence policy, uphold professional standards, and strengthen our community.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
February 26, 2026
CONTACT:
Jemeisha Lyde (DLCP PIO) – 202-880-6544; [email protected]
Featured Homepage Events
Board of Industrial Trades Virtual Monthly Meeting (NEW DATE) - Tue, Mar 24
District of Columbia Board of Industrial Trades
Notice of Public Meeting (Virtual)
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
1 pm – 3 pm
Meeting Agenda
- Call to Order 1:00 p.m. (Public Session)
- Members Present
- Staff Present
- Comments from the Public
- Approval of Minutes
- Old Business
- New Business
- Motion-Executive Session, which is closed to the public, in order to consult with our attorneys to seek legal advice; to discuss disciplinary matters; and to deliberate upon decisions in adjudication actions and proceedings, as provided by D.C. Code § 2-575(b)(4)(A), § 2-575(b)(9), and § 2-575(b)(13).
- Adjourn- Next Scheduled Meeting is Tuesday, June 16, 2026.
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Join Online
Other Ways to Join:
You may join by phone by calling: 301 715 8592
Webinar ID: 848 4226 1805
Attendees Password: 397755
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This meeting is governed by the Open Meetings Act. Please address any questions or complaints arising under this meeting to the Office of Open Government at [email protected].
Board of Professional Engineers Virtual Monthly Meeting - Thu, Mar 26
District of Columbia Board of Professional Engineers
Notice of Public Meeting (Virtual)
Thursday, March 26, 2026
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Meeting Agenda
- Call to Order – 11:00 AM (Public Meeting)
- Members Present
- Staff Present
- Comments from the Public
- Approval of Minutes
- Old Business
- New Business
- Review of Correspondence
- Executive Session - Pursuant D.C. Official Code § 2-575(b) (4) (A); D.C. Official Code § 2-575(b) (9) and (13) to discuss complaints/legal matters, applications, and legal counsel report. – Closed to the Public
- Adjourn-Next Scheduled Commission Meeting-April 23, 2026 via Zoom
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Join Online
Other Ways to Join:
Webinar ID: 849 8292 5588
Password: 032626
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This meeting is governed by the Open Meetings Act. Please address any questions or complaints arising under this meeting to the Office of Open Government at [email protected].
Webinar: Learn How to Become a Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) - Wed, Apr 1
4/1/2026 5:00 PM (EDT)
Small Business Resource Center (202) 442-4538
Online Meeting (Live)
CBE Certification
Attend this session to learn about how the Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) program helps position your business to better compete in DC government contracting opportunities.
Note: Following your sign up, you will receive an email with registration and logon instructions for WebEx the day before and or the morning of the webinar.
Information will be emailed to participants that register.
Registration Policies:
Special Accommodations: In accordance with the American Disabilities Act and state law, you may request accommodations due to a disability by contacting the event organizer listed above. Advance notice may be necessary for some accommodations. Registration must be paid prior to accommodation requests.
Disclaimer: The instructional sessions and seminars are provided as a service by DLCP for informational purposes only. Attending an instructional session or seminar does not guarantee that DLCP will issue you a license, corporate registration, permit, or certification.
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