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Sharing Information to Stop Mass Shootings

Our report examining 171 mass shootings from 1999 to 2024 offers actionable insights to identify pre-attack behaviors and communications and prevent mass shootings.

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The Economic Impact of SUNY

SUNY is a key driver of the economic engine of New York State with an economic impact of $35.5 billion in AY 2023.

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How Federal Health Policy Changes are Impacting New York State

The most significant health policy reforms since the Affordable Care Act (ACA) will dramatically reshape the healthcare landscape in New York State.

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New York State of Dams

Some of the state's 6,000 dams are in need of removal or modification. Modernizing regulation and policy can facilitate these complicated and costly projects.

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Economic Impact of New York's Disability Service Providers

In 2023, voluntary, nonprofit disability service providers generated $15.6 billion in economic output in New York State.

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Lead Service Line Inventories

As of July 2025, 8 percent of the state's 2,938 drinking water systems required to inventory their service lines (by Oct. 2024) do not yet have an inventory.

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Balance of Payments Report

For the fourth straight year, Federal pandemic relief spending disrupts states' typical fiscal relationship with Washington.

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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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From Our Researchers

Science Notes: Gambling Harms and Disorder

June 11, 2026

This Science Note summarizes data on the prevalence of gambling harms and disorder in New York State, the associated risk factors, and evidence-based treatments to treat gambling disorder.

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Updates on the Cloud: More Moratoriums on Data Centers

June 10, 2026

As data center expansion accelerates, states and local communities are increasingly considering moratoriums amid concerns over environmental, energy, and community impacts.

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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.