On the recordJuly 25, 2026
Congress has never appropriated funds to the DOE’s DPA account with the intent of propping up a dying industry or financing a purely commercial project.
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padilla.senate.govCongress has never appropriated funds to the DOE’s DPA account with the intent of propping up a dying industry or financing a purely commercial project.
Senator Padilla emphasizes congressional intent regarding DPA funds.
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