16 Republican States Sue Biden Administration Over Pause on Natural Gas Projects
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A coalition of 16 Republican states filed a lawsuit against the Biden administration over its pause on proposed natural gas projects, arguing it is unconstitutional and violates federal laws.
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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said the moratorium will drive investment away from Texas, lead to more gas flaring, and eliminate jobs.
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The states argue the DOE violated the Administrative Procedure Act by failing to allow public comment and the Natural Gas Act by blocking projects without due process.
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Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill said the pause jeopardizes jobs and tax revenue from LNG projects that are powering the state's recovery from recent hurricanes.
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The lawsuit comes after Biden ordered a review of LNG projects' emissions, a move praised by activists but blasted by industry groups and lawmakers who see LNG exports as economically and geopolitically important.