HR 4158 · 95th Congress · Energy

Alaskan Petroleum and Natural Gas Nonexport Amendments

Introduced 1977-02-28· Sponsored by Rep. Murphy, Austin J. [D-PA-22]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
2
Committee
3
House Vote
4
Senate
5
Enacted
Latest: Referred to House Committee on International Relations.(1977-02-28)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Alaskan Petroleum and Natural Gas Nonexport Amendments - Amends the Mineral Leasing Act of 1920 to prohibit exports of domestically produced natural gas transported by pipeline over rights-of-way granted pursuant to such Act. Authorizes exceptions from such prohibition where required for convenience or increased efficiency of transportation. Imposes criminal penalties of up to $25,000 in fines and/or up to one years' imprisonment for knowing violation of the provisions of this Act. Increases maximum penalties for subsequent criminal offenses to three times the value of the exports involved or $50,000, whichever is greater and/or five years' imprisonment.…

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