The economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic has been devastating across regions of the country. 

That includes California, as experts believe the state must continue to act decisively to help mitigate the damage. Business owners, worker advocates and others told lawmakers at a Monday hearing that officials should increase support for small businesses. 

Lawmakers have been meeting about how to best help those most in need, and although relief efforts have been welcome, many say it’s still not enough. 

We discuss the recovery from COVID-19 and whether federal aid can hold up the economy.

Guests

• Greater Sacramento Economic Council President and CEO Barry Broome
• Sacramento State University Finance Professor Sanjay Varshney