Recognizing the 10th anniversary of the first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in the lower 48 States.
Impact
The resolution highlights the positive economic impact that LNG exports have had over the past decade, supporting an annual average of approximately 273,000 American jobs across various sectors, including production and transportation. Furthermore, LNG exports have contributed more than $400 billion to economic growth in the United States. The resolution indicates that as a result of these exports, the U.S. has not only established itself as the largest global exporter of LNG but has also enhanced the energy security of its allies around the world.
Summary
HR1076 is a resolution recognizing the 10th anniversary of the first export shipment of liquefied natural gas (LNG) produced in the lower 48 states. This significant event occurred on February 24, 2016, and is regarded as a pivotal moment in American energy production and global trade. The bill celebrates the contributions from workers, innovators, and communities that facilitated the milestone, marking a turning point in the United States’ journey as a major player in the global liquefied natural gas market. It also emphasizes the technological and regulatory advancements that made this achievement possible.
Contention
While the bill is primarily celebratory, it implicitly addresses the broader context of energy policy and the importance of continued innovation in the energy sector. Notably, it acknowledges that the development of LNG has led to emissions reductions by replacing higher-emitting fuels, which speaks to ongoing challenges and discussions about environmental impacts related to fossil fuel use. There may be various viewpoints on the sustainability of such energy sources and their role in the future energy landscape.
This resolution recognizes domestically produced natural gas as affordable, green, and necessary for the United States to be energy dominant while asserting that the United States should take a broad approach to meet energy needs. It also supports efforts to increase domestic production of natural gas and natural gas infrastructure, identify and remove barriers to the production of natural gas, and expedite the approval of liquefied natural gas export facilities in the United States.
Relating to permit application review and contested case procedures for environmental permits involving a project to construct or modify a liquefied natural gas export terminal; authorizing a fee.