House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) and Energy, Climate, and Grid Security Subcommittee Chair Jeff Duncan (R-SC) have announced a subcommittee hearing titled "Politics Over People: How Biden’s LNG Export Ban Threatens America’s Energy and Economic Security." The hearing will address the concerns surrounding the Biden administration's indefinite pause on liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports and its potential impact on American energy security, jobs, and the economy.
In a joint statement, Chairs Rodgers and Duncan expressed their belief that the Biden administration's decision to halt LNG exports is a political move to appease radical climate activists at the expense of energy security and the well-being of American allies. They argue that if President Biden truly prioritized environmental stewardship, he would support the production and export of clean, affordable, and reliable American natural gas, which has contributed significantly to reducing emissions compared to other nations.
According to the chairs, this hearing will provide an opportunity to explore the numerous benefits of American LNG, not only for the United States but also for its allies. By examining the implications of the LNG export ban, the subcommittee aims to shed light on the potential consequences for America's energy and economic security.
The subcommittee hearing, titled "Politics Over People: How Biden’s LNG Export Ban Threatens America’s Energy and Economic Security," will take place on Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at 10:00 A.M. ET in the 2123 Rayburn House Office Building. The hearing will be open to the public and press, and it will also be live-streamed online at https://energycommerce.house.gov/.
For any inquiries regarding the hearing, please contact Kaitlyn Peterson at Kaitlyn.Peterson@mail.house.gov. Members of the press can reach out to Sean Kelly at Sean.Kelly@mail.house.gov.
In conclusion, the subcommittee hearing organized by Chairs Rodgers and Duncan will examine the potential consequences of President Biden's LNG export ban. The hearing aims to address concerns surrounding American energy security, jobs, and the economy. By exploring the benefits of American LNG and the implications of the export ban, the subcommittee will evaluate the impact on the nation's energy and economic security.
