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

Key Points

• 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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