Congressman Eric Sorensen
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Official account. 🌤️ Meteorologist representing Central and Northwestern Illinois in Congress. #IL17
Rock Island, Illinois
Joined January 2023
Rockford deserves answers. Alongside Senators Durbin and Duckworth, I’ve called on the Department of Homeland Security to explain why fencing was put up around the federal courthouse over the weekend – WITHOUT NOTICE or TRANSPARENCY! Congress has the power of oversight and we
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The House GOP’s massive cuts to Medicaid are threatening rural hospitals right here in #IL17. I’m doing everything I can to make sure that doesn’t happen. Proud to announce that OSF Healthcare Systems in Peoria are receiving federal funding to keep our neighbors healthy.
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With back to school season in full swing, today’s a great day to pick up a book. And today is International Literacy Day! Today, I’m reading about phosphorus. Exciting!
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My response to the federal presence in Rockford and Chicago:
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It’s time for more Viewer Mail!!! And watch to the end to see how YOU can ask your questions.
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10 years ago Bill Davison had the idea of the Refuge Food Forest in Normal! Today, it’s a true community treasure– providing fresh produce, teaching sustainability, and bringing neighbors together! Honored to present a Good Neighbor Award to the folks who made it happen and keep
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Lowering your cost of living has always been my biggest priority, which is why I’m leading Federal legislation that makes home ownership more attainable and affordable. Let’s do this!
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Honored to present a Good Neighbor Certificate to Michele Pankow, Rockford’s first woman Fire Chief and now our State Fire Marshal. Her leadership is breaking barriers and keeping Rockford safe.
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Great visit and tour to Four Rivers Sanitation Authority! Their innovative work in wastewater treatment keeps our communities healthy and strong. Thank you to State Reps. Maurice West and Dave Vella, State Senator Steve Stadelman, and Winnebago County Chairman Joe Chiarelli for
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Here’s an important resource you need to know about that can offset high utility bills. If you need help, please reach out to the Help Illinois Families Assistance Hotline at 833-711-0374 or visit https://t.co/qzl0YLb23w
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I am honored to accept the Friend of Farm Credit Award. Farm credit plays an important role in making sure farmers have the tools and financing they need to grow their operations. Thank you to the AgriBank District. I look forward to working together for many more years to
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Proud to join the Rockford Police Department as they swore in 12 new officers and celebrated a new deputy chief. Thank you for your service and commitment to keeping our community safe!
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Today, I joined Alderman Tamir Bell, local leaders, and residents of the Luther Center in Rockford to talk about the future of Social Security. Illinois families rely on the earned benefits they’ve worked hard for, and I’ll keep fighting to protect Social Security from cuts that
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The Bureau of Labor Statistics must remain independent and free from political interference. That’s why I am calling on the Department of Labor to protect the integrity of the BLS and the data millions of Americans depend on for Social Security, wages, and benefits. President
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It’s inspiring to see the innovation happening at the 2025 Farm Progress Show! I am even more driven thanks to the farmers, entrepreneurs, and experts who drive the industry forward. It’s also important we get rid of the terrible tariff failure that is hurting our farmers,
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Made in America? How can we if Caterpillar and Deere must pay tariffs to do business? I am leading legislation that puts a check on the Trump Administration’s trade war that is failing us here at home. https://t.co/IVUrw71nxh
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I am having trouble finding the words to express my feelings learning that children are among the dead in the sanctuary of a Minneapolis church. I have reached out to Bishop Malloy of the Rockford Diocese and Bishop Tylka of the Peoria Diocese to offer my condolences and support
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It was great to host the Epilepsy Advocating Network Illinois at my Rock Island office. As a member of the Congressional Epilepsy Caucus, I’m proud to support their work to improve epilepsy prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and research.
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It is important to reaffirm our commitment to protect Medicare and Social Security for our parents and grandparents. Thanks to Bickford Senior Living Center in Moline for the ability to support their seniors. Medicare is essential so people can age with dignity and we can’t let
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