H.R. 7176
Passed SenateUnlocking our Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2024
Latest Action
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
2/15/2024 • House
Summary
Unlocking our Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2024
This bill repeals certain restrictions on the import and export of natural gas under the Natural Gas Act, including requirements for Department of Energy (DOE) approval and related provisions that address free trade agreements.
In addition, the bill grants the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) the exclusive authority to approve or deny applications to authorize the siting, construction, expansion, or operation of facilities (e.g., liquefied natural gas terminals) to export natural gas to foreign countries or import natural gas from foreign countries. (Currently, DOE authorizes the export or import of natural gas, and FERC authorizes related facilities.)
In determining whether to approve or deny an application, FERC must deem the exportation or importation of natural gas to be consistent with the public interest.
Passed House • 2/15/2024
Topics & Subjects
Congressional Votes (2)
On Passage
February 15, 2024
On Motion to Recommit
February 15, 2024
Related Federal Spending
Sponsor & Cosponsors (32)
Party Breakdown
Sponsor
Cosponsors (31)
Bill Journey
Originated in the House
Introduced
January 31, 2024
Committee Review
February 13, 2024
Floor Debate
February 15, 2024
Passed Chamber
February 14, 2024
Other Chamber
President
Failed
February 15, 2024
Text Versions (2)
Related Bills (7)
H.Res. 1009
Providing consideration of the bill (H.R. 7176) to repeal restrictions on the export and import of natural gas.
H.R. 1
Lower Energy Costs Act
H.R. 647
Unlocking our Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2023
H.R. 2811
Limit, Save, Grow Act of 2023
S. 947
Lower Energy Costs Act
H.R. 8997
Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025
H.R. 1130
Unlocking our Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2023