(San Diego) -- California Assembly Speaker John A. Pérez joined other lawmakers recently in San Diego at Sapphire Energy to announce the formation of the Assembly's Select Committee on Job Creation and the New Economy. Speaker Pérez says the new committee will focus on the steps needed to ensure California is a competitive place to create good paying jobs and highlight individuals and companies who are creating cutting-edge products and jobs. The Speaker says the Select Committee will also explore ways to attract private investment, including public-private partnerships, creative districts, industry clusters, and incubation strategies. Learn more in this Assembly Web Report. www.asmdc.org/speaker