James Langevin actually said...

"Can you please discuss the progress that has been made under the Term-Asset-Backed Securities Loan Program (TALF), which was instituted in March to ease credit and help stabilize the financial system?"

"As credit markets begin to thaw and the recession slows, the infusion of more than $1 trillion dollars into our economy could present another significant challenge--ensuring the strong value of the do..."

"I am encouraged by recent indications that the recession may be slowing, but ensuring the proper liquidity of our credit markets continues to be a top priority."

"One of the goals of TALF is to free up lending for small businesses and consumers; however, many small businesses in my home state of Rhode Island are still unable to access and maintain adequate line..."