Federal · 119th Congress
Unlocking our Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2025
Policy areaEnergy
Summary
This bill repeals certain restrictions on the import and export of natural gas under the Natural Gas Act, including requirements for Department of Energy (DOE) approval and related provisions that address free trade agreements.
In addition, the bill grants the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) the exclusive authority to approve or deny applications to authorize the siting, construction, expansion, or operation of facilities (e.g., liquefied natural gas terminals) to export natural gas to foreign countries or import natural gas from foreign countries. (Currently, DOE authorizes the export or import of natural gas, and FERC authorizes related facilities.)
In determining whether to approve or deny an application, FERC must deem the exportation or importation of natural gas to be consistent with the public interest.
Sponsor
Cosponsors43
Jodey C. ArringtonRU.S. Representative · 19th District · TX
Brian BabinRU.S. Representative · 36th District · TX
Troy BaldersonRU.S. Representative · 12th District · OH
Stephanie I. BiceRU.S. Representative · 5th District · OK
Lauren BoebertRU.S. Representative · 4th District · CO
John R. CarterRU.S. Representative · 31st District · TX
Dan CrenshawRU.S. Representative · 2nd District · TX
Jake EllzeyRU.S. Representative · 6th District · TX
Craig A. GoldmanRU.S. Representative · 12th District · TX
Harriet M. HagemanRU.S. Representative · At-Large · WY
Clay HigginsRU.S. Representative · 3rd District · LA
John JoyceRU.S. Representative · 13th District · PA12 of 43
Floor votes
Other titles2
To repeal restrictions on the export and import of natural gas.Official Title as IntroducedOfficial Titles from EH (Engrossed in House) bill text
Unlocking our Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2025Short Title(s) as IntroducedShort Title(s) as Reported to HouseShort Title(s) as Passed HouseShort Title(s) from PCS (Placed on Senate Calendar) bill text
Legislative history22
Dec 8, 2025
SenateRead the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 286.
Dec 8, 2025
SenateRead the first time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under Read the First Time. (Legislative Day December 4, 2025).
Dec 2, 2025
SenateReceived in the Senate.
Nov 20, 2025
House · FloorMotion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Nov 20, 2025
House · Floor
On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 217 - 188 (Roll no. 304). (text: CR H4841)Roll Call 304217–188
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Nov 20, 2025
House · FloorConsidered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H4850-4851)
Nov 20, 2025
House · FloorPOSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.R. 1949, the Chair put the question on passage of the bill and by voice vote announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Pallone demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
Nov 20, 2025
House · FloorThe previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
Nov 20, 2025
House · FloorDEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 1949.
Nov 20, 2025
House · FloorRule provides for consideration of S.J. Res. 80, H.J. Res. 130, H.J. Res. 131, H. Con. Res. 58, H.R. 1949, H.R. 3109, H.R. 5107 and H.R. 5214. The resolution provides for consideration of S.J. Res. 80, H.J. Res. 130, H.J. Res. 131, H. Con. Res. 58, H.R. 1949, H.R. 3109, H.R. 5107, and H.R. 5214 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate on each measure. The resolution also provides for one motion to recommit on H.J. Res. 130, H.J. Res. 131, H.R. 1949, H.R. 3109, H.R. 5107, and H.R. 5214, and one motion to commit S.J. Res. 80.
Nov 20, 2025
House · FloorConsidered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 879. (consideration: CR H4841-4849)
Nov 17, 2025
House · FloorRules Committee Resolution H. Res. 879 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of S.J. Res. 80, H.J. Res. 130, H.J. Res. 131, H. Con. Res. 58, H.R. 1949, H.R. 3109, H.R. 5107 and H.R. 5214. The resolution provides for consideration of S.J. Res. 80, H.J. Res. 130, H.J. Res. 131, H. Con. Res. 58, H.R. 1949, H.R. 3109, H.R. 5107, and H.R. 5214 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate on each measure. The resolution also provides for one motion to recommit on H.J. Res. 130, H.J. Res. 131, H.R. 1949, H.R. 3109, H.R. 5107, and H.R. 5214, and one motion to commit S.J. Res. 80.
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As passed by the HouseLatestEngrossed in HouseU.S. Government Publishing OfficeNov 20, 2025As placed on the Senate calendarPlaced on Calendar SenateU.S. Government Publishing OfficeDec 8, 2025As reported by the House committeeReported in HouseU.S. Government Publishing OfficeSep 11, 2025As introduced in the HouseIntroduced in HouseU.S. Government Publishing OfficeMar 6, 2025