Research and Public Policy Department

The Research and Policy Department conducts research, public policy analysis, and program evaluation at the Oversight Board. The staff is comprised of economists, attorneys, public policy, and public administration experts, with extensive knowledge and experience in local public policy issues.

The Department also presents ideas, proposals, and analysis to support the public debate about what changes Puerto Rico needs to prosper, and how Puerto Rico can achieve sustainable economic growth and good governance.

Civil Service Reform

The Government of Puerto Rico and Oversight Board are working on a Civil Service Reform to build a more efficient, effective, and accountable government and creating an improved work experience for public sector employees.

Research Data Tools

The Research and Policy Department produces maps, charts, data sets, infographics, and other visual resources as part of our commitment to make complex research and data accessible to a wider audience.

Explore these platforms, take advantage of the open data access they provide and helps us bring more informed policy-making to Puerto Rico.  

Webinars

Click below to access past webinars by the Research and Policy Department.