Bill · S. 1035· Senate(119-S-1035)
A bill to prohibit certain exports of natural gas produced or refined in the United States, and for other purposes.
- Introduced
- 3/13/2025
- Last activity
- 3/13/2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
- Sponsored by
- Dan Sullivan
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill seeks to prohibit the export of natural gas produced or refined in the United States to foreign countries that intend to further export it through a foreign LNG terminal. The legislation is driven by findings regarding economic and national security concerns. Specifically, the bill cites corruption and fuel theft issues within Mexico as primary drivers. It also notes judicial reforms in Mexico that may affect the impartial application of laws. Additionally, the bill highlights violations of energy commitments under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement. Ultimately, the bill aims to prevent these exports because they are deemed not in the national interest.
Yes
Does this make trade with other countries easier?+3
The bill aims to protect US trade interests by preventing fuel diversion to countries with corrupt regimes.
Does this give the federal government more power?+2
The bill uses federal authority to restrict specific export activities for national security purposes.
The opposite
Would business owners be better off under this?-3
The bill limits the export potential for energy companies that utilize foreign LNG terminals.
Is this likely to lower the price at the pump?-2
Restricting natural gas exports could potentially limit supply availability, which may impact domestic energy market dynamics.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Protection of National Security and Trade: The bill seeks to address what it identifies as national security and trade concerns by prohibiting certain natural gas exports (Section 1, Subsection 11).
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Mitigation of Economic Risks related to Corruption: By restricting exports to countries with high corruption levels, the bill addresses concerns regarding the economic security of the United States (Section 1, Subsection 1).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Restrictions on Natural Gas Exports: The bill mandates that no person shall export natural gas produced or refined in the United States to a foreign country intended for further export through a foreign LNG terminal (Section 2).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners-3
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Trade+3
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Reduces Gas Prices-2
- Governance And Ideology
- Increases Federal Power+2
- 3/13/2025
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
- Introduced in Senate