During the 2015-16 Legislative Session the JEDE Committee heard a range of issues related to economic recovery and revitalization. Among other activities, the committee researched and developed materials related to leveraging federal, state, and local resources to meet local community needs. A selection of these materials are highlighted below.
- Oversight of the Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development
- Roundtable on "Diversity within the the California Tech Industries"
- Informational hearing, "Overview of the California Economy in 2015"
- Informational hearing, "Review of Major Economic Development Policies and Programs in 2015"
- Joint informational hearing between JEDE and the California Legislative Black Caucus, "The State of Black Enterprises in California"
- Study Tour of the Silicon Valley and Policy Framework
- Hearing on "Building an Inclusive Economy: The State's Role in Closing the Opportunity Gap"