Key Takeaways
- DC requires a 10-day free look period for disability insurance policies
- Long-term care insurance has a 30-day free look period in DC
- DC has Paid Family Leave (PFL) program
- LTC policies must offer inflation protection options
Last updated: January 2026
DC Disability and Long-Term Care Insurance
DC has specific regulations for disability income insurance and long-term care insurance.
DC Paid Family Leave (PFL)
Unlike most jurisdictions, DC has a Paid Family Leave program:
- Up to 8 weeks of paid parental leave
- Up to 6 weeks for family caregiving
- Up to 2 weeks for personal medical leave
- Funded by employer tax
- Administered by DC government
Disability Income Insurance
Free Look Period
DC requires a 10-day free look period for individual disability insurance.
Required Policy Provisions
DC disability policies must include:
| Provision | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Grace Period | Minimum 31 days for annual premium |
| Reinstatement | Must allow reinstatement |
| Notice of Claim | 20 days after loss begins |
| Time to Pay Claims | 30 days after proof of loss |
Long-Term Care Insurance
Free Look Period
- 30-day free look for LTC policies
- Applies to all individual LTC policies
- Policyholder can return for full refund
Required Provisions
| Provision | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Renewability | Must be guaranteed renewable |
| Pre-existing Conditions | Max 6-month look-back |
| Inflation Protection | Must offer option |
| Nonforfeiture | Must offer option |
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