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LNG Public Interest Determination Act of 2024

12/16/2024, 7:26 PM

Summary of Bill HR 10207

Bill 118 hr 10207, also known as the Natural Gas Act Amendment, aims to make changes to the Natural Gas Act in order to ensure that the impacts on climate stability, consumer energy costs, and environmental justice are taken into consideration when determining whether the proposed exportation of natural gas is in the public interest.

The bill requires that these factors be carefully evaluated before any decisions are made regarding the exportation of natural gas. This means that the potential effects on the environment, as well as the costs to consumers and the overall stability of the climate, must be thoroughly examined before any exportation plans are approved.

In addition to these requirements, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to the exportation of natural gas. This includes ensuring that the public interest is prioritized in any decisions made regarding the exportation of natural gas, and that the potential impacts on the environment and consumers are taken into account. Overall, the Natural Gas Act Amendment seeks to ensure that the exportation of natural gas is done in a way that is mindful of its potential impacts on climate stability, consumer energy costs, and environmental justice. By requiring these factors to be considered in the decision-making process, the bill aims to promote responsible and sustainable practices in the natural gas industry.

Current Status of Bill HR 10207

Bill HR 10207 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 21, 2024. Bill HR 10207 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on November 21, 2024.  Bill HR 10207's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of November 21, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 10207

Total Number of Sponsors
5
Democrat Sponsors
5
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
46
Democrat Cosponsors
46
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 10207

Primary Policy Focus

Environmental Protection

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 10207

To amend the Natural Gas Act to require that impacts to climate stability, consumer energy costs, and environmental justice be considered in a determination of whether proposed exportation of natural gas is in the public interest, and for other purposes.
To amend the Natural Gas Act to require that impacts to climate stability, consumer energy costs, and environmental justice be considered in a determination of whether proposed exportation of natural gas is in the public interest, and for other purposes.

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Magnus Hobbs

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1 year ago

Not sure about this one.