# Plain Language Summary: Ending Dependence on Russian Energy Act

This bill does three main things related to American energy. First, it approves the construction of the Keystone XL Pipeline, which would carry oil from Canada into the United States through Montana. The bill removes the requirement for a presidential permit for this pipeline, meaning it could move forward without that approval step. Second, the bill directs the President to ban all imports of oil and natural gas from Russia into the United States. This is a direct response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine and aims to cut off American purchases of Russian energy. Third, the bill asks the President to work toward reducing restrictions on exporting American oil and gas to other countries.

For everyday Americans, this bill could affect energy prices and availability. By blocking Russian oil and gas imports, the bill might reduce competition in the U.S. energy market, potentially affecting gas prices at the pump and heating costs for homes. The Keystone XL Pipeline could increase the supply of oil available in the U.S., which could help lower prices, though the pipeline takes years to build. The push to export more American energy could help allies in Europe who were relying on Russian energy, but it might also mean less oil and gas available domestically. Environmental advocates have concerns about the pipeline's impact, while energy industry supporters see it as boosting American energy independence and creating jobs in construction and energy production.

Ending Dependence on Russian Energy Act

Carter, Earl L. "Buddy"

Ending Dependence on Russian Energy Act This bill addresses the production of oil and gas, the importation of oil or natural gas from Russia, and the exportation of oil or natural gas to other countries. Specifically, the bill approves the TransCanada Keystone Pipeline in Phillips County, Montana for the import of oil from Canada to the United States. In addition, the bill requires the President to (1) prohibit the importation of oil or natural gas originating from Russia, and (2) seek to reduce restrictions on the exportation of oil or natural gas originating from the United States.