Jobs, Small Business, and the Economy
So many of our neighbors feel left behind, like the economy isn’t working for them – and they’re right. That’s why I’ve centered my work in Congress around building an economy that helps Illinois working families.
Tackling Inflation and Lowering Costs - My top priority is addressing rising costs that are hurting Illinoisans from the grocery store to the gas pump. I’m also committed to bringing down out-of-control drug prices, especially for our seniors.
Jobs – Illinois 17th District has been a hub of manufacturing and innovation for generations, in addition to having a rich farming history. I will always work to create good-paying, sustainable jobs in our communities so we can provide for our kids and grandkids.
Small Business – We need to make it easier to start and own a small business. This means cutting red tape and making sure Illinoisians have access to the resources they need to succeed. I’ll make sure Congress keeps the needs of Main Street in mind, and not just the interests of the wealthiest corporations.
More on Jobs, Small Business, and the Economy
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — The Greater Peoria Economic Development Council (EDC) will receive $20,000 to help drive economic growth and bring investment and jobs to Central Illinois.
Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) joined the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) to announce the grant. The DOC’s Economic Development Administration funds will help the EDC research ways to strengthen the local economy and attract development.
ROCKFORD, IL – Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17), top-ranking Democrat on the Space and Aeronautics Subcommittee of the House Science, Space, & Technology Committee, joined company officials on a tour of Collins Aerospace in Rockford to highlight his work to support the aerospace industry and create good-paying manufacturing jobs in Northern Illinois.
CANTON, IL – Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) joined company officials for a tour of Cook Medical in Canton to highlight his work to strengthen manufacturing and create good-paying, sustainable jobs in Central Illinois.
SAVANNA, IL – Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) visited Savanna Industrial Park to meet with leaders from the
Ahead of Veterans Day, Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) introduced the All-American Flag Act alongside Congresswoman Nancy Mace (SC-01) to require the federal government to only purchase flags that are entirely produced and manufactured in the United States.
Under current law, the federal government can buy flags that contain only 50 percent American-made materials. Fox News reports.
ROCKFORD, IL – Today, Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) joined President Joe Biden, United Auto Workers (UAW) President Shawn Fain, Illinois Governor J.B.
WASHINGTON (25News Now) - As Republicans and Democrats bicker about aiding war-torn countries Ukraine and Israel, an area congressman thinks he’s found an issue in which both sides can agree.
U.S. Rep. Eric Sorensen (D-Moline) released a video on Thursday saying he and Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-South Carolina) are introducing the All-American Flag Act. It would require the federal government to buy American flags that are made entirely in the U.S.
ROCK ISLAND, IL – Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) and the Department of Agriculture (USDA) are announcing $146,749 for Western Illinois University (WIU) in Macomb to help rural and small businesses and agriculture producers secure grants that will lower energy costs and strengthen energy resilience.