ICYMI: RSC HEAT Celebrates 10 Years of American LNG Exports
As Vice Chairman of HEAT, Rep. Weber called on all lawmakers to recommit themselves to policies that ensure the next ten years of American energy leadership are just as strong, for our families, our communities, and our allies.
“Ten years ago, the first LNG shipment from the Lower 48 left right here in Texas’ 14th Congressional District,” said Rep. Randy Weber (TX-14). “That moment proved what we’ve always known on the Texas Gulf Coast: when America produces, builds, and leads, we win. Today, the United States is the largest LNG exporter in the world because we didn’t sideline American energy, we unleashed it. Now it’s Congress’ job to protect that success and keep America energy dominant.”
The resolution honors the individuals and communities whose efforts made this milestone possible, acknowledges the crucial role of LNG exports in supporting the United States’ economy and security, and reaffirms the importance of continued innovation in American energy production.
Rep. Weber was joined by RSC HEAT Chairman Troy Balderson (OH-12), RSC Chairman August Pfluger (TX-11), Rep. Rick Allen (GA-12), Rep. Brian Babin (TX-36), Rep. Aaron Bean (FL-04), Rep. Stephanie Bice (OK-05), Rep. Buddy Carter (GA-01), Rep. Mike Carey (OH-15), Rep. Michael Cloud (TX-27), Rep. Mike Collins (GA-10), Rep. Dan Crenshaw (TX-02), Rep. Jake Ellzey (TX-06), Rep. Julie Fedorchak (ND-At Large), Rep. Randy Fine (FL-06), Rep. Chuck Fleischmann (TN-03), Rep. Craig Goldman (TX-12), Rep. Lance Gooden (TX-05), Rep. Pat Harrigan (NC-10), Rep. Clay Higgins (LA-03), Rep. Wesley Hunt (TX-38), Rep. Jeff Hurd (CO-03), Rep. Barry Loudermilk (GA-11), Rep. Julia Letlow (LA-05), Rep. Mark Messmer (IN-08), Rep. Nathaniel Moran (TX-01), Rep. Rich McCormick (GA-07), Rep. Addison McDowell (NC-06), Rep. Carol Miller (WV-01), Rep. Troy Nehls (TX-22), Rep. Michael Rulli (OH-6), Rep. Pete Stauber (MN-08), Rep. Beth Van Duyne (TX-24), Rep. Roger Williams (TX-25), and Rep. Vincente Gonzalez (TX-34).
“We applaud the work led by the House Energy Action Team (HEAT) to draw attention to the many economic, geopolitical, and environmental benefits of growing U.S. LNG exports,” said Charlie Riedl, Executive Director for the Center for LNG (CLNG). “As a coalition of companies representing the LNG supply chain, CLNG stands ready to support your efforts and continue to advocate for policies that will create American jobs and strengthen our national security. We look forward to working with you to advance this critical resolution and build awareness of the industry in Congress.”
Read CLNG’s full Letter of Support HERE.
“Over the past decade, U.S. LNG has strengthened our economy, supported hundreds of thousands of American jobs, and enhanced the energy security of our allies around the world. We applaud Congressman Weber’s leadership in recognizing the workers, innovators, and communities who made the United States the world’s leading LNG exporter, and who will continue to drive American energy innovation and leadership for decades to come,” said Dustin Meyer, Senior Vice President of Policy, Economics and Regulatory Affairs for the American Petroleum Institute.
“America’s leading independent producers are proud to power a decade of U.S. LNG export leadership, and we applaud Representative Weber for recognizing this historic turning point that helped transform the United States into a global energy superpower. Thanks to the ingenuity and investment of American natural gas producers, U.S. LNG has become a cornerstone of global energy security, powering homes and economies across Europe, Asia, and beyond. As we mark this milestone, we look forward to working with Congress to advance policies that expand the role of American-made natural gas in meeting the world’s growing demand for ever cleaner, reliable energy,” said Parker Kasmer, Vice President of Government Affairs for the American Exploration & Production Council.