# What This Resolution Actually Does

This is a statement of disapproval from House Republicans criticizing President Biden's decision to pause approvals for new liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports to countries that don't have free trade agreements with the United States. In January 2024, the Biden administration announced it would temporarily stop approving new LNG export permits while the Department of Energy updates its studies on how these exports affect the American economy and environment. This resolution condemns that pause and calls for lifting the ban immediately.

The practical impact of this disagreement comes down to jobs and energy markets. LNG is natural gas that's been cooled into a liquid so it can be shipped overseas. Companies that export LNG employ thousands of workers in states like Texas and Louisiana, offering high-paying jobs in facilities and related industries. The resolution argues that pausing new export approvals hurts these communities and weakens America's position in global energy markets. The supporters of this resolution claim the U.S. already has plenty of studies showing LNG exports are good for the economy and that previous presidents approved exports while conducting research, so there's no need to stop new permits now.

On the other side, the Biden administration's reasoning is that they want to make sure LNG exports don't drive up natural gas prices for American consumers or have negative environmental effects before approving more facilities. The resolution frames this as a political decision driven by the administration's campaign promises to reduce fossil fuel use, while supporters of the pause argue it's a reasonable precaution. Ultimately, this resolution is a political statement—it doesn't change any laws or policies by itself, but it signals Republican opposition to the export pause and pressure on the administration to reverse course.

Condemning the Biden administration's politically motivated ban on liquefied natural gas exports to non-free trade agreement countries.

Weber, Randy K. Sr.

<p>This resolution condemns the Biden Administration’s suspension of liquefied natural gas export permits. It also calls for immediate action to lift the ban on the permits.</p>