The Nelson A. Rockefeller Institute of Government is a national, independent organization that researches and publishes on public policy issues, with a particular focus on the 50 states and the local governments within them. A public policy "think tank" that seeks to educate rather than advocate, the Institute focuses on: state fiscal issues, education, federalism, intergovernmental relations, urban issues, health care reform and social welfare policies. Founded in 1981 and based in Albany, NY, the Institute operates under the aegis of the University at Albany within the State University of New York system (SUNY), and often draws upon or coordinates with University resources. The primary goal of the Institute is to develop findings that state and local governments can use to become more effective.

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