Congressman Eric Sorensen (Il-17) introduced amendments that would better secure the southern border and prevent the spread of fentanyl to an immigration bill the House of Representatives considered this past week. “We need to secure the border and work together on bipartisan solutions that fix our broken immigration system,” said Sorensen. “That’s why I took […]
It’s important to have the vision to see the potential of someone or something, and not just the sight to see what they are now. In early 1977, George Lucas screened an early cut of “Star Wars” for a number of filmmakers and studio executives. It was before all the special effects were finished on […]
Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) announced $416,363 for Augustana College to conduct a study to expand therapy for those with disorders related to language and communication. “Northwestern Illinois once again shows itself to be a leader in the area of expanding access to care for those who need it most,” said Sorensen. “I applaud Augustana College […]
ROCK ISLAND, IL – Congressman Eric Sorensen announced the launch of his first Congressional Art Competition for high school students in Illinois’ 17th Congressional District. The winning artwork will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year. “One of the responsibilities I look forward to the most is recognizing our many talented neighbors in […]
MOLINE, IL – Today, Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) marked 100 days serving Central and Northwestern Illinois in Congress. “During the past 100 days, we’ve made significant progress toward making our communities sustainable, safe, and healthy,” said Sorensen. “It has been an honor to serve Central and Northwestern Illinois in the House of Representatives so far and I look […]
WASHINGTON D.C. – Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) announced $3,741,866 in federal grant funding for Early Head Start education programs in Northwestern Illinois. This grant was awarded by the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to SAL Family and Community Services in Moline to provide education to infants and toddlers under the age […]
WASHINGTON D.C. – Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) and the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) announced three federal grant opportunities available to local Illinois law enforcement agencies. “Making sure our police are able to meet the needs of the communities they serve is a top priority of mine,” said Sorensen. “These recently announced funding […]
Today, U.S. Representatives Eric Sorensen (IL-17), Wiley Nickel (NC-13), and Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) introduced a Congressional resolution opposing a proposed national sales tax on working families and supporting a tax cut to benefit the middle class. “A tax increase on gas, groceries, and other essential items would be disastrous for Illinois seniors and working families, […]
Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) and the Department of Commerce announced the first funding opportunities available from the bipartisan CHIPS and Science Act. This funding will invest in domestic semiconductor manufacturing to boost local economies, bolster national security, and shore up supply chains. “The CHIPS and Science Act is a huge step forward for science, technology, […]
Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) announced that he has been named to serve as the top Democrat on the Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics within the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee. He was also named to serve on the Subcommittee on Energy. “I look forward to using my leadership position on the Space and Aeronautics […]
