In a bipartisan move, the House of Representatives has passed a bill that could potentially lift the Biden administration's temporary halt on new liquefied natural gas (LNG) export terminals. The bill, known as the "Unlocking Our Domestic LNG Potential Act," was introduced by Republican Representative August Pfluger of Texas and received a vote of 224-200, with support from both Republicans and nine House Democrats.

If enacted into law, this bill would remove the Department of Energy (DOE) from the approval process for LNG export terminals, transferring exclusive decision-making power to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). The bill's proponents argue that the move would provide greater flexibility and efficiency in greenlighting LNG export hubs.

Representative Pfluger, a vocal critic of the Biden administration's stance on fossil fuels, expressed his motivation behind the bill, highlighting President Biden's previous statements regarding the intention to phase out fossil fuels. Pfluger believes that the export ban imposed by the administration aligns with the interests of radical climate groups, which he contends refuse to acknowledge the importance of American energy in terms of cleanliness, security, and affordability.

The White House responded to the bill with an official statement expressing concerns on Tuesday, but stopped short of issuing a veto threat. It remains to be seen whether President Joe Biden would support or veto the bill if it reaches his desk.

The passage of the bill in the House marks a significant development in the energy policy landscape. However, its journey is not yet complete, as it now heads to the Senate, where its fate is uncertain. It is unclear if the bill will receive a vote in the Senate at this time.

The White House has not provided an immediate comment on the House's decision to pass the bill.