Unlocking our Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2025
In progressUnlocking our Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2025 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.
Dec 8, 2025Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 286.
Passed
The 'Unlocking our Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2025' aims to repeal restrictions on the export and import of natural gas, granting the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission exclusive authority over related applications. It maintains presidential authority to impose sanctions and restricts transactions with state sponsors of terrorism.