16 States File Lawsuit Against Biden Administration Over LNG Export Pause

The coalition, led by Texas and Louisiana, challenges the pause on LNG export permits, arguing it violates federal laws and harms state economies.

A coalition of 16 states, led by Texas and Louisiana, has filed a lawsuit against the Biden administration over its pause on LNG export permits.
The lawsuit claims the pause violates federal laws, including the Natural Gas Act and the Administrative Procedure Act, and undermines state economies.
The Biden administration's decision aims to assess the climate impacts of LNG projects, but faces criticism for potential harm to the U.S. economy and job market.
Environmentalists support the pause as a step towards addressing climate change, while opponents argue it threatens U.S. energy exports and foreign relations.
The legal challenge highlights a significant dispute over energy policy and environmental regulation in the U.S.