Eric Sorensen
U.S. Representative · IL-17 · Democrat
Statements and posts
173 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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172 statements
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Led bipartisan letter supporting U.S. Air Force Reserve Hurricane Hunters squadron.
“Hurricane Hunters carry out vital missions flying directly into storms to garner real-time, precise data on wind speeds, atmospheric pressure, humidity, and temperature. This data, which cannot be gathered through other means, improves our ability to keep the homeland safe”
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Announced passage of Water Resources Development Act bringing $25 million to Illinois district.
“Our neighbors should never have to wonder if the water they’re drinking is clean or worry their sewer system could back-up at a moment’s notice”
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Durbin, Duckworth, Sorensen Announce Funding Extension for Chicago-Quad Cities Rail Project
Announced Federal Railroad Administration approval of funding extension for Chicago-Quad Cities rail project.
“I’m very pleased to see this project move forward and bring us one step closer to completing the Chicago-Quad Cities rail connection”
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Congressman Eric Sorensen to Host Service Academy Night for Students and Families
Announced Service Academy Night event to help students learn about military academy nominations and opportunities.
“Service academies offer students an incredible opportunity to serve their country while receiving a world-class education and developing as leaders”
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Durbin, Duckworth, Sorensen Joint Statement on Announced Closure of Tyson Plant in Joslin
Released statement on Tyson Foods plant closure affecting 2,500 union jobs.
“Today’s news is devastating for the 2,500 skilled union workers impacted by the closure of the Tyson plant in Joslin, especially at a time when American families are struggling with the rising cost of living.”
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Congressman Eric Sorensen Accepting Applications for Military Academy Nominations
Announced applications open for military service academy nominations for Illinois students.
“Serving our country is one of the greatest honors there is, and our service academies help prepare the next generation of military leaders”
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Congressman Eric Sorensen Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Help Rural Communities Prepare for Flooding
Introduced bipartisan bill to create rural flood resilience fund within FEMA.
“As a Meteorologist, I know flooding doesn’t care about county lines or ZIP codes—but I also know rural communities often don’t have the same resources as larger cities to prepare for it.”
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Announced $2.3 million in federal funding for addiction research at Chestnut Health Systems.
“Substance use disorder impacts families and communities across Central and Northwestern Illinois”
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Sorensen’s Bipartisan Bill to Fight Robocall Scams Clears Key Step
Advanced bipartisan bill to combat robocall scams and protect consumers from fraud.
“Every day, families are bombarded with scam calls and fake text messages designed to steal their money and personal information”
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Congressman Sorensen, Congressman Flood Launch Bipartisan Caucus Focused on the Weather Enterprise
Launched bipartisan Weather Enterprise Caucus to advance weather forecasting and preparedness.
“Accurate forecasts and timely warnings save lives, protect our communities, and help our nation prepare for the challenges ahead.”
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Opposed amendment to cut 200,000 defense civilian jobs.
“Cutting 200,000 defense civilian jobs doesn’t make America stronger—it weakens our military, hurts communities like Rock Island, and puts our troops at risk”
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Sorensen’s Bipartisan Bill to Lower Prescription Drug Costs Advances Out of House Committee
Advanced bipartisan bill to prevent pharmaceutical companies from delaying generic drug competition.
“Too many families are paying more than they should for prescription drugs because big pharmaceutical companies are gaming the system to block lower-cost competition”
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Sorensen Marks America 250, Reflects on Nation's History and Future
Released video message commemorating America's 250th anniversary.
“America's story has always been written by hardworking people, strong communities, and neighbors looking out for one another”
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Sorensen Statement on Supreme Court’s Decision to Allow More Dark Money in Campaign Advertising
Criticized Supreme Court decision allowing increased coordination between parties and candidates on campaign spending.
“Today’s Supreme Court decision allows more dark money and corruption to enter campaign advertising. Right now, special interest groups are spending more money than ever to influence our elections. Our votes should be earned by the people who want to represent us, not bought by dark money.”
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Sorensen Statement on Supreme Court’s Decision to Uphold Birthright Citizenship
Praised Supreme Court decision upholding birthright citizenship against Trump executive order.
“Birthright citizenship has been part of our Constitution since 1868 and is a key right for all of us. I am relieved that it was protected by the Supreme Court today”
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Sorensen Advocates for Crop Insurance, Conservation Programs, and SNAP Funding
Questioned USDA official on crop insurance, conservation programs, and SNAP funding.
“Illinois farmers don’t want handouts—they want a fair shot at earning an honest living and certainty that we’ll have their backs if disaster strikes”
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Congressman Sorensen Introduces Plan to Put Money Back in Your Pocket
Introduced five-bill package to lower costs for Illinois families on prescriptions, utilities and other expenses.
“My neighbors are working hard, but they still can’t reach the good life. From utilities to groceries, to gas and rent, we are paying more and getting less. Credit card debt has reached an all-time high, and our farmers and small businesses are struggling.”
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Sorensen Votes Against Additional Funding for Trump’s ICE and CBP
Voted against $70 billion additional funding for ICE and CBP agencies.
“Donald Trump should not be able to use ICE and CBP to tear families apart and terrorize my neighbors, which is why I voted against House Republicans' latest attempt to use our tax dollars to fund these agencies”
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Sorensen Votes to Invest in Illinois’ Servicemembers
Voted to pass Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act supporting servicemembers.
“I worked across the aisle to craft a National Defense Authorization Act that invests in Rock Island Arsenal, the Peoria Air National Guard, and our servicemembers.”
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Sorensen Secures Investments in the Peoria National Guard in the National Defense Authorization Act
Secured funding and equipment for Peoria Air National Guard in defense authorization bill.
“The Peoria Air National Guard is critical to the security of Illinois and our entire nation. That’s why I fought hard to secure funding and equipment for the 182nd wing and its Contingency Response Group.”
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Sorensen Secures Investments in Rock Island Arsenal in the National Defense Authorization Act
Secured provisions in defense bill to invest in Rock Island Arsenal and protect worker rights.
“My neighbors at Rock Island Arsenal are incredibly important to both our national security and local economy. I have been fighting to ensure that they can continue to work in the Quad Cities and join a union.”
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Questioned USDA Secretary on Trump administration policies driving up farm costs.
“Farmers across Illinois need certainty, lower input costs, robust markets, and programs that make it easier to get support for conservation practices to ensure their operations are successful for generations.”
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WATCH: Sorensen Advocates for Peoria Air National Guard in Washington
Advocated for additional funding and resources for Peoria Air National Guard's Contingency Response Group.
“I am incredibly proud to represent the men and women working the 182nd Airlift Wing in Peoria and was thrilled that the Air Force decided to stand up a Contingency Response Group that would ensure our Guardsmen and women can respond quickly in a crisis.”
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Sorensen Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Lower Prescription Drug Costs
Introduced bipartisan bill to crack down on pharmaceutical tactics blocking generic drugs.
“Nobody should have to choose between filling their prescription and paying rent or putting food on the table. But too many of my neighbors are simply being priced out from getting the medicine they need. That's why I am so proud to be leading the bipartisan STOP GAMES Act”
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Sorensen Presses Military Leadership on Cost of Iran War
Pressed Pentagon leadership on Iran war costs and exit strategy.
“My neighbors are paying $5 for a gallon of gas while the Trump administration spends $1 billion of our tax dollars every day on a supposed ceasefire without an exit plan. I’m demanding accountability from Pentagon leadership to put an end to the chaos, stand up for our troops, and lower costs”
Sources: members’ press releases from their official websites (since the 119th Congress began (Jan 3, 2025)), the Congressional Record (since Aug 2026), and Bluesky posts. Quotes are shown only when they match the archived source text word for word; topics are AI-read and mentions are matched from the text.