Sorensen Applauds Move to Bring 1,500 Union Jobs to Belvidere | Representative Eric Sorensen
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Sorensen Applauds Move to Bring 1,500 Union Jobs to Belvidere

January 22, 2025

ROCKFORD, IL – Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) praised Stellantis’ announcement today that it will honor its commitment to bring 1,500 union jobs to the Belvidere Assembly Plant for the production of new mid-size trucks.

The move follows Sorensen’s efforts, along with other state and federal leaders, in supporting United Auto Workers (UAW) members as they secured an agreement to bring new jobs to the plant. 

“Growing up in Rockford, just down the road from the Belvidere Assembly Plant, I’ve seen firsthand how layoffs impact our communities. That’s why this announcement of 1,500 jobs coming back is so personal—and so important,” said Sorensen. “I’m proud to have fought alongside UAW workers to hold the big auto companies accountable and make this happen. This isn’t just about bringing manufacturing home; It’s about giving Rockford-area families the good-paying jobs they deserve to support their families and thrive.” 

“We commend Stellantis on its investment in Belvidere that will put 1,500 Illinoisans back to work in good-paying union jobs and grow the automotive industry in Illinois. This would not be possible without proactive collaboration and coordination between the State of Illinois, Stellantis, UAW, the Biden-Harris Administration, and our champions in Congress, including Senator Durbin, Senator Duckworth, Representative Bill Foster, and Representative Eric Sorensen,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “My administration has worked tirelessly with our partners to secure this investment and we are excited to see it come to fruition. We know there is more work to be done to see this project through and remain committed to expanding economic opportunities for Illinois workers, businesses, and communities to thrive.”

"I'm thrilled that Stellantis is following through on their agreement with the UAW. This victory is a direct result of the solidarity of workers on the picket lines and UAW members nationwide," said Congressman Bill Foster (IL-11). "I’m proud that federal, state, and local officials came together to provide the incentives to make this work for Stellantis and Belvidere, and we will continue doing everything in our power to ensure the factory comes back online as soon as possible."