Small Scale LNG Access Act of 2022

Small Scale LNG Access Act of 2022

This bill expedites the approval of applications for the exportation of natural gas that do not exceed 51.75 billion cubic feet per year. Specifically, the bill deems such applications to be consistent with the public interest and requires the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to grant the applications without modification or delay. However, applications for exportation of natural gas to any nation subject to sanctions imposed by the United States may not be expedited.

Bill 117 HR 7115, also known as the Small Scale LNG Access Act of 2022, aims to promote the use of liquefied natural gas (LNG) as a clean and efficient energy source for small-scale applications. The bill specifically focuses on expanding access to LNG for transportation, industrial, and residential use.

The key provisions of the bill include streamlining the permitting process for small-scale LNG facilities, providing financial incentives for the development of LNG infrastructure, and establishing safety standards for the transportation and storage of LNG. Additionally, the bill aims to increase research and development efforts to improve the efficiency and environmental sustainability of LNG production and use.

Supporters of the bill argue that expanding access to small-scale LNG can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, lower energy costs, and promote energy independence. Critics, however, raise concerns about the potential environmental impacts of increased LNG production and transportation. Overall, the Small Scale LNG Access Act of 2022 seeks to promote the use of LNG as a cleaner alternative to traditional fossil fuels and to support the growth of the LNG industry in the United States.