American LNG improves our economy, environment, and national security

In advance of the Energy and Commerce Committee’s field hearing in Port Arthur, Texas, it's important to remember why this hearing is necessary. President Biden’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) export ban is a blatant political decision to appease his radical base at the expense of communities like Port Arthur. This war on American energy hurts our economy and jobs, jeopardizes the stability and affordability of natural gas domestically, and undermines our allies abroad.

Clean, affordable, and reliable American LNG is the lifeblood of many American communities. Studies show that LNG exports could add upwards of $73 billion to the U.S. economy by 2040, create upwards of 453,000 American jobs, and increase U.S. held purchasing power by $30 billion. As America has become the number one producer and exporter of LNG in the world—with no thanks to President Biden—we have strengthened our economy, lowered costs for families, and reduced emissions more than any other nation in the world. President Biden’s decision to halt LNG exports sends the wrong signal to our allies and American energy producers—and it jeopardizes America’s future leadership.

In Port Arthur, Texas, Freeport LNG directly employs more than 500 people and supports 30,000 jobs indirectly. Its projects help fund fire and police services, local infrastructure, and emergency medical services. Freeport LNG’s success is supporting residents and lifting up communities. Unfortunately, its communities like Port Arthur that are suffering from the consequences of President Biden’s radical anti-energy agenda.

The Washington Post and the Wall Street Journal called President Biden’s decision "a win for political symbolism, not the climate” and “Biden’s Worst Energy Decision.” We agree and so do over 130 local and state Chambers of Commerce. 

That’s why the House of Representatives passed H.R. 7176, the Unlocking Our Domestic LNG Potential Act, to reverse President Biden’s ban on American LNG and instead work to support energy-producing communities like Port Arthur, lower energy costs, and secure American energy leadership.

Tune in to today’s field hearing at 3:30 PM CT to hear directly from those facing the consequences of President Biden’s political decision to ban LNG exports. 

CLICK HERE to read Rep. Randy Weber’s (R-TX) op-ed on Biden’s LNG export ban.

CLICK HERE to read about how the LNG export ban affects farmers.

CLICK HERE to distinguish LNG myths from fact.

CLICK HERE to read about the letter more than 150 House Republicans sent to President Biden demanding he end his LNG export ban.