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This Resolution acknowledges the significant increase in West Virginia's natural gas and energy production, largely from the Utica and Marcellus Shale formations, and highlights that this region holds one of the world's largest natural gas fields, contributing substantially to jobs and economic impact in West Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Ohio. It emphasizes that natural gas is a clean, affordable energy source, a key component for agricultural fertilizers, and a vital economic driver for the state and the nation. The Resolution underscores the critical role of pipelines in delivering natural gas and electricity to meet growing energy demands, and expresses concern that delays and denials in pipeline project permits hinder economic growth, increase consumer costs, and threaten the stability of the national electrical grid. Therefore, the Senate recognizes the importance of West Virginia's energy resources and pipeline infrastructure for economic development and national security, supports the development of these resources and infrastructure, and urges national decision-makers to streamline permitting processes to foster domestic natural gas production, energy independence, and job creation.