Empire Center for Public Policy Employee Directory
Research ServicesNew York, United States2-10 Employees
The Empire Center for Public Policy is an independent, non-partisan research institution based in Albany, New York. Founded in January 2005, it conducts policy-focused research on issues spanning the economy, taxes and spending, and public employment including pension reform and the Taylor Law, as well as energy policy, health care, and education. Its outputs include research papers, policy briefings, commentaries, and conferences aimed at informing New York State policymakers, the news media, and the general public. Its primary audience comprises state policymakers, media outlets, and the public, with the goal of clarifying complex policy questions and supporting informed decision-making. Operating within the research services landscape, it is characterized as an independent, non-partisan source of policy analysis for the Empire State. In August 2024, Zilvinas Silenas was appointed President and CEO, marking a notable leadership transition. The organization maintains a small staff and remains based in Albany, New York.