SUNY's Economic Impact

SUNY is a key driver of the economic engine of New York State with an economic impact of $31.0 billion in AY 2020.
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Police Shootings of Residents

The Regional Gun Violence Research Consortium examines state-level rates of police shootings and their relationship to gun laws & availability.
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Navigating the Benefits Cliff

The Role of Benefit Eligibility in the Decision to Work and More for People With Disabilities in New York State.
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Fostering Success at SUNY

An examination of the use and outcomes of the Foster Youth College Success Initiative (FYCSI) at SUNY.
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Leading on Lead

Read our report on Federal and New York State policies, funding, and implementation of lead service line replacement.
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Balance of Payments Report

Our 2023 Balance of Payments report looks at the latest available data (2021) showing the differences between how much states gave to the federal government and how much they received in spending.
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Marijuana Opt-Out Tracker

View which municipalities have made the decision to opt out of adult-use marijuana dispensaries and/or on-site consumption lounges in their jurisdiction.
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From Our Researchers

Minors, Guns, History, and the Second Amendment

April 24, 2024

Hundreds of years ago, officials understood that the intersection of minors and weapons posed a special risk that justified greater legal restrictions. Contemporary evidence supports the same conclusion.

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25 Years Later: The Lasting Impact of Columbine on Gun Violence Prevention and Response

April 19, 2024

The tragedy at Columbine High School shaped how we work to prevent mass shootings from occurring and how we respond when they do happen.

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Data Hub

Data Hub

It all starts with data. Access comprehensive New York State statistics as well as continually updated tax revenue data for every state in the U.S.

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Research Areas

Research Areas

Read the latest research and analysis addressing today’s most pressing public policy questions.

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Centers & Programs

Centers & Programs

Explore the Rockefeller Institute's dedicated centers and programs that bring expert research, insight, and experience into public governance and policymaking.

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