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Foundation Aid Study

Read the Institute's recommendations for improving New York State’s Foundation Aid education funding formula.

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RGVRC 2024 Annual Report

The Regional Gun Violence Research Consortium report details the research and activities of this diverse network in 2024, highlighting publications, grant funding, public and policy outreach, and media appearances.

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Stepping Away From the Benefits Cliff

This report looks at the policy environment for lowering employment barriers for people with disabilities in New York State.

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Balance of Payments Report

Our 2024 Balance of Payments report looks at the latest available data (2022) showing the differences between how much states gave to the federal government and how much they received in spending.

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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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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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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

School District Regionalization: More Affordable Services, Greater Opportunities for Students

June 24, 2025

New York’s 2024-25 budget updates school district merger incentives by tying aid to current Foundation Aid levels, nearly tripling funding in some cases.

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(Re)Introducing the Mass Shooting Factsheet

June 6, 2025

The newly redesigned factsheet from the Regional Gun Violence Research Consortium provides insights on mass shootings from 1966 to today.

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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.

Research Areas

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

Centers & Programs

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