Texas LNG Port Plan Sparks Eco Review and Public Input
Published Date: 4/17/2026
Notice
Summary
The government is reviewing plans to build a new deepwater port for LNG (liquefied natural gas) near Bay City, Texas. They’ve released a draft report about how this project might affect the environment and want the public to join a meeting on May 6, 2026, to share their thoughts. This project could bring jobs and energy but also needs careful planning to protect nature and local communities.
Analyzed Economic Effects
5 provisions identified: 3 benefits, 1 costs, 1 mixed.
Project proposes 8.4 MTPA LNG export terminal
The application proposes building the ST LNG deepwater port about 10.4 nautical miles (19.2 kilometers) offshore Matagorda, Texas, capable of exporting up to 8.4 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) of liquefied natural gas (LNG).
Public meeting in Bay City on May 6
MARAD is holding an informational open house (5:00–6:00 p.m. CST) and a public meeting (6:00–8:00 p.m. CST) on May 6, 2026 at the Bay City Civic Center, 201 7th Street, Bay City, Texas 77414, where you can learn about and comment on the ST LNG Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS).
Final public hearing required after FEIS
Under the Deepwater Port Act of 1974, a final public hearing will be held in the Adjacent Coastal State(s) after the Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) is issued to receive comments on whether the deepwater port license application should be approved.
Meeting accessibility and interpretation available
If you need sign language interpretation, non-English language interpretation, or other reasonable accommodations for the May 6, 2026 open house/public meeting, you must notify MARAD at least seven business days in advance and provide contact information and details about your needs.
Comments posted publicly (privacy risk)
All comments submitted to the docket (DOT Docket Number MARAD-2025-0096) will be posted without change to Regulations.gov, including any personal information included in the submission.
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