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Sorensen Leads on Border Security
May 12, 2023
WASHINGTON, DC – 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. 
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Sorensen Introduces Bill to Lower Drug Prices
May 11, 2023

WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) introduced the STOP GAMES Act to lower prescription drug prices.  

Issues:Health Care
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Stack of Books
May 1, 2023

ROCK ISLAND, IL – Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) announced $361,276 for Augustana College Associate Professor Dr.

Issues:Education
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Sorensen Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Strengthen NASA and Energy Department
May 1, 2023

WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) joined Congressman Brandon Williams (NY-22) in introducing the bipartisan DOE and NASA Interagency Research Coordination Act, which codifies the relationship between the

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Sorensen Applauds EPA Decision to Expand E15 Sales, Lowering Costs for Working Families
April 28, 2023

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17), a member of the Congressional Biofuels Caucus, applauded the decision by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to put in the waiver to expand the sale of E15.

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Sorensen Outlines Devastating Impact of Proposed Budget on Illinois Families
April 26, 2023

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) released a statement following his vote against a partisan budget proposal that would cost jobs, jeopardize health care and childcare for millions, and cut funding for veterans, schools, and first responders.

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Sorensen Brings Astronaut to Schools in Northwestern Illinois
April 24, 2023

MOLINE, IL - On Wednesday, April 12, 2023, Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) welcomed NASA Astronaut Kate Rubins to the Quad Cities to meet with students and emphasize the importance of science and education. 

Issues:Education
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Freshman Congressman Shares Accomplishments and Reflects on Serving Central and Northwestern Illinois
April 14, 2023

MOLINE, IL – Today, Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) marked 100 days serving Central and Northwestern Illinois in Congress.