What does Preamble of HR 7061 do?

This bill proposes to amend the Natural Gas Act. The proposed amendment would require a certification from the Secretary of Energy to be in effect before natural gas can be exported to a covered nation.

What does SHORT TITLE. of HR 7061 do?

This bill is formally titled Protecting American Energy Security Act of 2026.

What does CERTIFICATION REQUIRED FOR EXPORTS OF NATURAL GAS TO COVERED of HR 7061 do?

This section amends Section 3 of the Natural Gas Act. It requires certification from the Secretary of Energy before exporting natural gas to covered nations. The certification must be in addition to an export authorization order under subsection (a). The certification is valid for one year unless revoked by the Secretary of Energy.

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Protecting American Energy Security Act of 2026 — HR. 7061

Last updated: 1/14/2026 · Introduced: 1/14/2026

Author: Sarah Elfreth (D-MD)

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This bill amends the Natural Gas Act to require certification from the Secretary of Energy before natural gas can be exported to covered nations.
This certification is required in addition to existing export authorization orders and is valid for one year unless revoked.

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