Government Accountability and Transparency
Serving as a local meteorologist for over 20 years required me to be a trusted neighbor to the people in Central and Northwestern Illinois. In Congress, I’m still working to be a trusted voice for the people of Illinois’ 17th District.
That means being willing to work with anyone – Republican or Democrat – to make sure everyone in my District has their needs met. It also means being accountable and transparent about the work I’m doing in Washington on your behalf.
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More on Government Accountability and Transparency
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) released the following statement on the one-year mark of the Trump administration:
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) announced that he has signed on as a co-sponsor of articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. He was among the first 50 Democrats in the House of Representatives to hold Secretary Noem accountable for her leadership of the Department of Homeland Security.
Rep. Eric Sorensen released the following statement on his decision to co-sponsor the impeachment articles:
Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) released the following statement on today’s vote to release documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein case.
“The truth belongs to the American people. For too long, this case has been defined by secrecy, speculation, and a lack of transparency. It’s time to release the files,” said Congressman Sorensen. “We all deserve answers, and not cover-ups. Releasing the Epstein files is a necessary step toward making sure that no one is above the law, and every victim receives the justice they deserve.”
Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) released the following statement ahead of a vote this evening on a government funding bill that does nothing to address skyrocketing health care costs.
Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) released the following statement after Republicans let the government shutdown after refusing to work with Democrats on a bipartisan government funding bill that would lower health care costs for millions of Americans.
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) released the following statement after voting against House Republicans’ partisan funding bill that will raise health care costs for millions of Americans.
ROCKFORD, IL – Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17), alongside U.S. Senators Dick Durbin and Tammy Duckworth, sent a formal letter to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) demanding transparency about the sudden installation of fencing around the U.S. District Court for Northern Illinois in Rockford.
The lawmakers are pressing DHS for details about the purpose of the fencing, how much it cost, how long it will remain in place, and whether local or state officials were notified in advance.
With the 90th anniversary of Social Security approaching, Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) led a group of more than 30 House Democrats demanding answers from Social Security Administration (SSA) Commissioner Frank Bisignano about concerns from constituents who are struggling to access benefits. The Trump administration and the Department of Government Efficiency’s (DOGE) changes at the agency have created excessive claim processing wait times and inaccessible field office appointments.