DOE Extends LNG Import-Export Data Collection
Published Date: 4/10/2026
Notice
Summary
The Department of Energy is extending a key form for three more years without any changes. This form helps track natural gas imports and exports, including LNG, so the U.S. can keep an eye on energy supplies and market trends. If you’re involved in natural gas trade, get your comments in by May 11, 2026—no extra fees or new rules, just a smooth extension!
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Monthly Reporting Continues for Traders
If you import or export natural gas (including LNG) under a DOE authorization, you must continue filing Form FE-746R each month because DOE extended the form for three years without changes. The notice lists an annual estimated 396 respondents, 4,752 total annual responses, 14,256 annual burden hours, and an annual reporting cost burden of $1,354,177. Comments on the information collection are due by May 11, 2026.
Natural Gas Trade Data Remains Public
DOE and EIA will continue to publish the data from Form FE-746R on DOE's website and in EIA statistics so the government, industry, and the public can monitor U.S. and North American natural gas trade and assess supply adequacy. The published data include monthly details such as volumes, prices, country of origin/destination, and U.S. market information.
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