AMERICAN ENERGY SECURITY FRAMEWORK

Energy security remains inseparable from economic security and geopolitical stability. The United States is better positioned than most nations to navigate market volatility, thanks to decades of investment and innovation that made America the world's leading producer of oil and natural gas and a reliable supplier to global markets.
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Gas Prices Explained

Gas prices get a lot of attention, but they’re driven by a complex set of global factors, with crude oil markets playing the central role. This explainer puts those dynamics into context and breaks down what’s behind the numbers at the pump.
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America Builds. America wins.

Building new infrastructure allows energy to flow faster and more easily which could make energy more affordable for consumers.
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Beyond Hormuz: The Pressures Keeping Fuel Markets Tight

Middle East oil flows are only part of what’s driving fuel prices. Longer, more expensive shipping routes and global refining disruptions are adding cost, while U.S. refineries are already operating at exceptionally high rates.
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Issue Advocacy

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Access & Production

Safely unlocking domestic energy resources to ensure a stable, affordable supply for American consumers and businesses.

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Trade & Global Markets

Promoting free and fair trade policies that strengthen American energy leadership in a competitive global economy.

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Tax Policy

Advocating for tax frameworks that incentivize long-term investment in energy infrastructure and technological innovation.

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Infrastructure & Permitting

Supporting policies that keep American manufacturing competitive by leveraging domestic energy and raw materials.

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Fuels & Refining

Driving environmental progress through industry-led standards, operational excellence, and carbon reduction technologies.

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Climate Policy

Engaging with policymakers to ensure smart, science-based regulations that protect people and the environment while allowing growth.

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News

WHAT THEY ARE SAYING: Energy Executives Urge Congress to Pass Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act

October 22, 2026

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Broad Coalition of 130+ Groups Urge Congress to Pass Bipartisan Permitting Reform This Year

October 22, 2026

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API Statement on PHMSA's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on LNG Safety Regulations

October 22, 2026

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Energy Economics

API conducts or sponsors analysis and research in support of free markets, inform cost-effective regulation, and promote economic growth. API also collects, maintains, and publishes statistics on all aspects of industry operations. Together, this analysis, research, and statistics provide facts, context, and insights for policy makers, media, and the public.

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Events

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November 09 - 13, 2026

2026 Fall Refining and Equipment Standards Meeting

Hyatt Regency New Orleans – New Orleans, Louisiana

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November 10 - 11, 2026

2026 Pipeline Information eXchange (PIX) Workshop and Meeting

Westin Houston Memorial City, Houston, Texas

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March 02 - 05, 2027

2027 API/AGA Joint Committee on Pipeline Welding Practices

American Welding Society Headquarters in Miami, Florida

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Energy Citizens is a movement focused on keeping America #1 in energy production and putting America's national security first. We are a diverse community of Americans who strongly believe that, in order to have a better future, we need affordable, reliable, and safe energy.

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