" CSG is a region-based forum that fosters the exchange of insights and ideas to help state officials shape public policy."
"CSG/ERC promotes region-wide initiatives, facilitates inter-branch cooperation, advocates on state-federal issues, and educates policymakers and the public on regional priorities and trends."
The Northeast-Midwest Institute publishes studies on a variety of public policy issues as they pertain to the Northeast-Midwest region. Of particular interest are their reports dealing with the region's allocation of federal spending.
Conducts research on policy issues of interest to state governments. Look under "Topics" and "Initiatives" for research reports. Also operates Stateline.Org and excellent source for keeping abreast of current state policy issues.
Founded in 1982, the Rockefeller Institute focuses on state and local issues with a particular emphasis on public finance. It is affiliated with the State University of New York(SUNY).
This Internet directory provides links to state and local government web sites. The basic arrangement is by state. However, the user may also browse for web sites dealing with particular issues such as "health", "libraries" or "aging".
Provides news and background information on issues of interest to state and local governments and policymakers.
Biographical information regarding each governor and links to their web sites, maintained by the National Governors Association.
Includes the text of NGA policy positions, reports, stance on proposed legislation, and much more about the association and its activities.
Official web site of the NYS Governor.
News and research pertaining to the activities of state legislatures.
Constructed by the National Conference of State Legislatures, this site provides not only links to the legislative bodies of each state but also supplementary information , such as program evaluations, which may be found at their respective web sites.
2004 Brennan Center for Justice report. For updates to their reform efforts see NY Reform.
Information on members, bills, and legislative reports.
Information on members, bills, and legislative reports.
A Sunlight Foundation site providing information on state legislators (including campaign finance information) and legislation.
Tne NCSC is an independent, non-profit organization founded in 1971. Among other activities, it conducts research and makes policy recommendations regarding all aspects of state courts functions.
Includes links to state and local courts.
Information on the court system and some cases.
