The purpose of this legislation is to ensure that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) takes into account the impacts of natural gas projects on climate change and environmental justice communities. It aims to clarify and strengthen FERC's responsibilities in assessing these impacts when approving projects under the Natural Gas Act. Key provisions of the legislation include requirements for FERC to evaluate the environmental effects of proposed natural gas projects, particularly their impact on communities that are already facing environmental and health challenges.