H.R. 1949

119th Congress

Reported

Unlocking our Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2025

Sponsored byRepublican:Rep. Pfluger, August [R-TX-11]TX· Introduced 6 March 2025

43

Cosponsors

26

Actions

0

Amendments

1

Committees

Since introduced

Introduced
Committee
Passed Chamber
Passed Both
Enacted
Step 1 of 0
Latest action

Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 286.

8 December 2025·7 months ago

Summary

Introduced in House · Updated 17 November 2025

Unlocking our Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2025

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.

Timeline

26 actions

  1. Read the first time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under Read the First Time. (Legislative Day December 4, 2025).

    8 December 2025 · Calendars

  2. Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 286.

    8 December 2025 · Calendars

  3. Received in the Senate.

    2 December 2025 · IntroReferral

  4. Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 879. (consideration: CR H4841-4849)

    20 November 2025 · Floor

  5. DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 1949.

    20 November 2025 · Floor

  6. On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 217 - 188 (Roll no. 304). (text: CR H4841)

    20 November 2025 · Floor

  7. 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.

    20 November 2025 · Floor

  8. Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 217 - 188 (Roll no. 304). (text: CR H4841)

    20 November 2025 · Floor

  9. Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H4850-4851)

    20 November 2025 · Floor

  10. POSTPONED 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.

    20 November 2025 · Floor

  11. The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.

    20 November 2025 · Floor

  12. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

    20 November 2025 · Floor

  13. Supplemental report filed by the Committee on Energy and Commerce, H. Rept. 119-269, Part II.

    17 November 2025 · Committee

  14. Rules 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.

    17 November 2025 · Floor

  15. Supplemental report filed by the Committee on Energy and Commerce, H. Rept. 119-269, Part II.

    17 November 2025 · Committee

  16. Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-269.

    11 September 2025 · Committee

  17. Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-269.

    11 September 2025 · Committee

  18. Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 225.

    11 September 2025 · Calendars

  19. Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

    25 June 2025 · Committee

  20. Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 26 - 23.

    25 June 2025 · Committee

6 earlier actionsView all on Congress.gov

Sponsorship

43 cosponsors

Sponsor

Republican:Rep. Pfluger, August [R-TX-11]TX

Cosponsors

  • Republican43100%

Classification

Policy area

Energy

Legislative subjects

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)Oil and gasTrade restrictions

Committees

1

  • Energy and Commerce Committee

    House · Standing

    • Referred To6 Mar 2025
    • Markup By25 Jun 2025
    • Reported By11 Sept 2025
    • Reported By17 Nov 2025
    • Energy Subcommittee

      • Referred to3 Jun 2025
      • Markup by5 Jun 2025
      • Reported by5 Jun 2025

Cosponsor momentum

Cumulative over time

Cosponsors grew from 19 on 6 March 2025 to 43 on 4 September 2025.

Pelosi Tracker
© 2026 - All rights reserved. Powered by Vantara Labs
This website is an independent, third-party platform. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or in any way associated with Nancy Pelosi, her office, or her representatives. Any use of her name is solely for the purpose of discussing publicly available information.The information provided on this website is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to serve as, nor should it be construed as, financial or investment advice. The data presented here is sourced from publicly available filings and records. While we strive for accuracy, timeliness, and completeness, we do not guarantee that all information is error-free or current.