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Office meeting behind glass doors
May 16, 2023

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) announced federal funding from the Economic Development Administration (EDA) to support local tech-industry partnerships and create jobs.

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Grandma’s House by Emmelia Edwards
May 15, 2023

WASHINGTON (WMBD) — A local congressman announced that a Peoria student’s artwork will be displayed in Washington D.C. after winning an art competition.

Issues:Education
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Edwards’ winning piece will be displayed in the halls of the U.S. Capitol for one year.
May 15, 2023

MOLINE, IL – Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) congratulated Peoria Christian High School junior Emmelia Edwards on winning the 2023

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Congressman Sorensen works in the House Agriculture Committee to craft the 2023 Farm Bill
May 12, 2023

U.S. Rep. Eric Sorensen introduced a bill aimed at making it easier for cheaper generic drugs to be approved without being held up by petitions meant to delay the process.

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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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Map depicting Bloomington-Normal
May 5, 2023

NORMAL, Ill. (WMBD) — Congressman Eric Sorensen visited the Twin Cities on Friday to learn more about the needs of two communities in the 17th Congressional District.

Sorensen was accompanied by Normal Mayor Chris Koos in a tour around Uptown Normal.

Koos said Uptown Normal is vibrant, but needs a new stormwater system.

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Aerial view of Augustana College
May 2, 2023

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (May 2, 2023)  Representative Eric Sorensen (IL-17) announced $361,276 for Augustana College to conduct a study to expand therapy for those with disorders related to language and communication.

Issues:Education
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Sorensen Applauds Investments in Central Illinois Infrastructure Projects
May 1, 2023

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Congressman Eric Sorensen (D-Ill.-17) is prioritizing two community funding projects in Peoria to the tune of $2.5 million.

Sorensen requested $500,000 for affordable single-family housing in the Southside and $2 million to upgrade and replace sidewalks in the East Bluff.