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Letters

INGAA will often send letters to congress or federal agencies on behalf of members.

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Date Sent: 01/18/2013

INGAA Comments on DOE LNG Export Study

The Interstate Natural Gas Association of America (INGAA) voices their strong support for the findings of the recent study on liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports by NERA Consulting.
The report succinctly outlined the benefits of overseas sales of LNG. As the report stated, “In all of the scenarios analyzed in this study, NERA found that the U.S. would experience net economic benefits from increased LNG exports.”

Subject: INGAA Comments on DOE LNG Export Study

Recipient: The Honorable Steven Chu, Secretary of Energy

Sender: Interstate Natural Gas Association of America

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Date Sent: 12/09/2011

INGAA's Letter of Support for the Pipeline Safety, Regulatory Certainty, and Job Creation Act of 2011

Dear Chairman Mica and Chairman Upton:

I am writing on behalf of the Interstate Natural Gas Association of America (INGAA) to express support for passage of H.R. 2845, the “Pipeline Safety, Regulatory Certainty, and Job Creation Act of 2011,” as amended. INGAA represents the ...

Subject: Pipeline Safety Legislation

Recipient: The Hon. John Mica and The Hon. Fred Upton

Sender: Donald F. Santa, President & CEO

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Date Sent: 10/11/2011

Letter to EPA Assistant Administrator for Air Gina McCarthy Regarding Oil & Gas NSPS

INGAA letter to Gina McCathy expressing opposition to the Oil and Natural Gas Sector: New Source Performance Standards and National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants Reviews, 76 Fed. Reg. 52738 (Aug. 23, 2011)

Subject: Oil and Natural Gas Sector: New Source Performance Standards and National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants Review

Recipient: EPA Assitant Administrator for Air & Radiation Gina McCarthy

Sender: Lisa S. Beal

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Date Sent: 04/07/2010

INGAA, NGSA & IPAA Letter to Senators Kerry, Graham and Lieberman regarding Climate Change Legislation

Multi-association letter to key Senators regarding natural gas and climate legislation. Letter includes recommendations for increasing the use of natural gas in power generation, as a mechanism for reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Subject: Climate Change Legislation

Recipient: Senators Kerry, Graham and Lieberman

Sender: INGAA, NGSA & IPAA

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Date Sent: 03/12/2010

Natural Gas Council Letter to Chairman Bingaman Regarding Clean Energy Standard

Letter from the Natural Gas Council, suggesting that natural gas be included in a clean energy standard developed by the Congress as part of energy legislation.

Subject: Natural Gas and Clean Energy Standard

Recipient: Chairman Bingaman

Sender: Natural Gas Council

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Date Sent: 02/02/2010

INGAA Letter to Baucus and Rangel Advocating Bonus Depreciation in Jobs/Tax Legislation

On February 2, 2010, INGAA sent a letter to Chairmen Baucus and Rangel advocating an extension of bonus depreciation for new pipelines authorized prior to July 1, 2011 and placed in service by December 31, 2013. This extension of the in-service date would recognize the value of constructing new pipeline infrastructure, while also acknowledging the lengthy approval process for such projects.

Subject: INGAA Advocates Bonus Depreciation in Jobs/Tax Legislation

Recipient: Chairmen Baucus and Rangel

Sender: Donald F. Santa Jr., President, INGAA

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Date Sent: 10/19/2009

INGAA Letter to Senators Bennet & Murkowski

INGAA sent a letter on October 19, 2009, to Senators Bennet, Murkowski and others regarding suggestions for natural gas related provisions to be included in climate change legislation.

Subject: INGAA Letter to Senators Bennet & Murkowski

Recipient: Senators Bennet & Murkowski

Sender: Donald F. Santa Jr., President, INGAA

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Date Sent: 02/23/2009

INGAA Letter to Majority Leader regarding Natural Gas Transmission

INGAA sent a letter to Senator Harry Reid, the Majority Leader of the Senate, regarding energy infrastructure development and interstate natural gas pipelines. The letter was sent to coincide with the National Clean Energy Project: Building the New Economy forum that was held in Washington, February 23, 2009, and co-sponsored by Senator Reid and the Center for American Progress.

Subject: INGAA Letter to Majority Leader regarding Natural Gas Transmission

Recipient: Senator Harry Reid, The Majority Leader of the Senate

Sender: Donald F. Santa, Jr.

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Date Sent: 08/28/2008

INGAA opposition to H.R. 6720, the Natural Gas Strategy Act

INGAA opposition to H.R. 6720, the Natural Gas Strategy Act

Subject: INGAA opposition to H.R. 6720, the Natural Gas Strategy Act

Recipient: The Honorable Tim Bishop & The Honorable Elijah E. Cummings

Sender: Donald F. Santa, Jr.

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Date Sent: 08/01/2007

INGAA-IPAA-NGSA Letter Opposing House Energy Bill - August 2007

INGAA along with IPAA and NGSA, expressed their opposition to HR3221 and HR2776 in a letter written to Nancy Pelosi, speaker of the U.S. House of Representative. These bills profess a focus on energy independence; yet, their impact on American natural gas production and infrastructure ...

Subject: INGAA-IPAA-NGSA Letter Opposing House Energy Bill - August 2007

Recipient: The Honorable Nancy Pelosi, Speaker, U.S. House of Representative

Sender: INGAA, IPAA, NGSA

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Date Sent: 05/22/2007

Letter to Rahall

May 22, 2007
The Honorable Nick J. Rahall Chairman Committee on Natural Resources U.S. House of Representatives 1324 Longworth House Office Building Washington, DC 20515
Dear Chairman Rahall:
The Independent Petroleum Association of America, Interstate Natural Gas Association of ...

Subject: Opposition to HR 2337

Recipient: Nick J. Rahall

Sender: IPAA, NGSA and INGAA

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Date Sent: 05/02/2007

Bingaman Letter May 2007

The Honorable Jeff Bingaman Chairman Energy and Natural Resources Committee U.S. Senate Washington, DC 20510
Dear Mr. Chairman:
On behalf of the members of the Interstate Natural Gas Association of America (INGAA), I am writing to express our support for section 273(b) of S. 1115, ...

Subject: Energy Efficiency Promotion Act

Recipient: Jeff Bingaman

Sender: Donald F. Santa, Jr.

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Date Sent: 05/02/2007

Letter in Support of the Energy Efficiency Promotion Act

Letter to Senator Bingaman expressing support for section 273(b) of S. 1115, the Energy Efficiency Promotion Act

Subject: Energy Efficiency Promotion Act

Recipient: The Honorable Jeff Bingaman, Chair, US Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee

Sender: Donald F. Santa, Jr.

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Date Sent: 02/27/2007

Dingell and Boucher Letter on Climate Change Legislation

The Honorable Donald F. Santa, Jr. President Interstate Natural Gas Asscociation of America 10 G Street NE. Suite 700 Washington, DC 20002
Dear Mr. Santa:
As you know, the Committee on Energy and Commerce will be examining the issue of climate change and writing legislation for ...

Subject: Climate Change Legislation

Recipient: Don Santa, Jr

Sender: John Dingell and Rick Boucher

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Date Sent: 04/05/2006

Hunter Bill Letter - HR 4881

April 5, 2006
The Honorable Dennis Hastert Speaker U.S. House of Representatives Washington, DC 20515
On behalf of the members of the Interstate Natural Gas Association of America (INGAA), I am writing to share our comments on H.R. 4881, the “National Defense Critical Infrastructure ...

Subject: H.R. 4881

Recipient: Dennis Hastert

Sender: Donald F. Santa, Jr.

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Date Sent: 12/21/2005

Blanket Certificate Waiver 122011

December 21, 2005
Chairman Joseph T. Kelliher Federal Energy Regulatory Commission 888 First Street, NE Washington, DC 20426
Re: Docket No. EM06-5-000
Dear Chairman Kelliher:
On November 22, 2005, I wrote to express the appreciation of the members of the Interstate Natural Gas ...

Subject: Blanket Certificate Waiver 122011

Recipient: Joseph T. Kelliher

Sender: Donald F. Santa, Jr.

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Date Sent: 12/21/2005

Santa Letter to Kelliher Regarding Waivers of the Blanket Certificate Regulations

INGAA respectfully requests that the Commission modify its waivers of the blanket certificate regulations so that the waivers cover qualifying projects completed and in service by February 28, 2007.

Subject: Waivers of the Blanket Certificate Regulations Docket No. EM06-5-000

Recipient: Chairman Joseph T. Kelliher, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

Sender: Donald F. Santa, INGAA

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Date Sent: 10/13/2005

Senate Energy Letter

Mr. Secretary:
Last Thursday, the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources heard from several witnesses about the significant damage to natural gas infrastructure in the Gulf of Mexico caused by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. While damage assessments remain on-going, it is clear that ...

Subject: DOE Coordination

Recipient: Mr. Secetary

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Date Sent: 09/20/2005

Eminent Domain Letter September 2005

The Honorable John Cornyn 517 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510
Dear Senator Cornyn:
I am writing on behalf of the Interstate Natural Gas Association of America (INGAA) to share our members’ views on S. 1313, the "Protection of Homes, Small Businesses and Private ...

Subject: Protection of Homes, Small Businesses and Private Propety Act of 2005

Recipient: John Cornyn

Sender: Donald F. Santa, Jr.

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Date Sent: 03/18/2004

INGAA Supports Commissioner Kelly

INGAA endorses the nomination of FERC Commissioner Suedeen Kelly for a full term.

Subject: FERC Commissioners

Recipient: The Honorable George W. Bush

Sender: Donald F. Santa, Jr.

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