Political Quotes

Paul Tonko: While the Solyndra story has preoccupied many, the real story on DOE's Loan Guarantee Program is not about one company…

On the recordNovember 29, 2011
While the Solyndra story has preoccupied many, the real story on DOE's Loan Guarantee Program is not about one company going under but about the Department holding tens of billions of dollars in loans, all of which carry risk.
Said by
Paul Tonko
Democratic · New York

Editor's note · Context

Tonko emphasizes the broader financial risks of the DOE's Loan Guarantee Program beyond the Solyndra case.

Share

More from Paul Tonko

Dec 16, 2024

Had I been present, I would have voted YEA on Roll Call No. 502. ____________________

govinfo.gov
Jun 4, 2025

Mr. Chair, SAMHSA's stated mission is to lead public health and service delivery efforts that promote mental health, prevent substance misuse, and provide treatments and supports to foster recovery while ensuring access to better outcomes…

govinfo.gov
Dec 10, 2024

I believe that leaves the individual of focus this evening, the chairwoman of the Energy and Commerce Committee. Mr. Speaker, I yield to the gentlewoman from Washington (Mrs. Rodgers).

govinfo.gov
Apr 15, 2026

Mr. Speaker, when we debated this bill in committee, I was reminded of the environmental history of the Adirondack Mountains, which are located just to the north of my district in upstate New York. The Adirondacks are known for their…

govinfo.gov

Other voices in this conversation