LNG Security Act

S 3829, the LNG Security Act, streamlines approvals for U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports by creating automatic approval for certain applications. It requires the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to approve exports to countries with U.S. free trade agreements covering natural gas, or to nations that import from Russia or Iran (or have the capability to do so), unless the country is sanctioned or designated by Congress. The bill mandates FERC issue a final decision on LNG export applications within 45 days of completing environmental reviews, with automatic approval if the deadline is missed. This directly affects LNG exporters seeking FERC authorization for new or expanded export facilities.