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AK HJR16
Joint Resolution
Status
4/7/2025
Primary Sponsor
Kevin McCabe
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AI Summary
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Urges the U.S. Export-Import Bank to prioritize funding for the Alaska Liquefied Natural Gas project, which includes an 807-mile pipeline and LNG facility with capacity to export up to 20 million metric tons annually, targeting first exports by 2031
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Requests the Export-Import Bank reconsider its $4.7 billion loan approval for the Mozambique LNG project (led by TotalEnergies), arguing it competes with domestic LNG exports and undermines U.S. energy security goals
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Expresses concern that Mozambique LNG exports could reduce demand for Alaska and other domestic LNG, particularly in Asian and Indo-Pacific markets
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Cites human rights concerns tied to the Mozambique project, including investigations into security-related abuses, as complicating factors
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Copies of the resolution to be sent to Export-Import Bank leadership and Alaska's congressional delegation (Senators Murkowski and Sullivan, Representative Begich)
Legislative Description
State Liquefied Natural Gas Proj Funding
Trade Practices
Last Action
REFERRED TO ENERGY
4/7/2025