Congress·In Committee·H.Res. 1076

Recognizing the 10th anniversary of the first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in the lower 48 States.

Anniversary of First U.S. Natural Gas Exports

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This resolution celebrates 10 years since the first shipment of liquefied natural gas was sent from the lower 48 states to another country. The first cargo left a facility in the Gulf of Mexico on February 24, 2016, and was delivered to Brazil.
The resolution highlights how the natural gas industry has grown over the last decade. It notes that the United States is now the world's top exporter of this fuel, having sent more than 8,500 shipments to over 40 different countries and regions.
Supporters of the resolution point out that these exports have helped the economy by supporting an average of 273,000 jobs. These positions include work in construction, engineering, and operating the facilities that move the gas.
The resolution also mentions that exporting natural gas helps American allies stay energy-secure and can help lower global pollution when it is used instead of dirtier fuels. This is a ceremonial statement and does not change any current laws or government spending.

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Feb 24, 2026House

Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

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Feb 24, 2026

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Recognizing the 10th anniversary of the first export shipment of liquefied natural gas produced in the lower 48 States.

Bill NumberHRES 1076

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionReferred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.