The Natural Gas Act provisions that guide natural gas export applications were written at a time when our domestic natural gas supply was in question.
Natural gas availability and price is a public health, safety, jobs and economic matter.
This Nation is at an energy policy crossroads.
I note that U.S. energy security requires reliable and affordable energy prices, not just reliable supplies.
Therefore it probably makes sense to take a new look at them in light of the new market situation.
How can we ensure that our export policy is consistent with our continued ability to reap the benefits of our new found abundance of natural...
The implications of increased gas exports for U.S. job creation and balanced payments could be very positive.
As I see it there are 2 main objectives of our hearing today.
The United States is faced with a choice today as gas companies are lining up to export inexpensive American gas to foreign markets.
Thank you very much, Chairman Akaka, for your courtesy. And thank you for the chance to speak in favor of this bill.
This will also help to strengthen the relationship which is already a very good one between Indian and non-Indian communities in our State.