Case Updates
U.S. Chamber files coalition amicus brief urging D.C. Circuit to uphold Department of Energy (DOE) categorical exclusion (CE) for decisions authorizing Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) exports to non-Free Trade Agreement (FTA) countries
August 20, 2026
U.S. Chamber Coalition Amicus Brief
The CE reflects both (1) DOE’s substantial discretion in conducting National Environmental Policy Act reviews and (2) the settled bifurcation of authority between DOE and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission under the Natural Gas Act (NGA).
Varu Chilakamarri of K&L Gates LLP served as outside counsel.