The Lowering American Energy Costs Act of 2025 would ban the export of natural gas produced in the United States, with limited exceptions approved by Congress. The bill's sponsors argue that natural gas exports drive up domestic energy prices for consumers and businesses, citing analyses showing that increased liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports could raise household energy bills by over $100 annually and increase industrial energy costs by $125 billion by 2050. The legislation allows the President to exempt exports only if they serve national security interests or benefit strategic allies, provided Congress approves each exemption through a joint resolution. The bill reflects concerns that while the United States is already the world's largest natural gas producer and LNG exporter, these exports contribute to higher domestic energy costs, increased price volatility, and environmental health impacts in communities near gas infrastructure. The measure would amend the Energy Policy and Conservation Act to give the President authority to implement and enforce the export restrictions.
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