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May 1, 2023

ROCK ISLAND, IL – Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) announced $361,276 for Augustana College Associate Professor Dr. Ann Perreau to conduct a study for those with hearing disorders.

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 National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and Department of Energy (DOE) to advance the work of both entities. 

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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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April 25, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) requested $846,910 in the upcoming FY2024 budget for the Winnebago County police to purchase equipment that will improve officer training and retention. 

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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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Sorensen Announces Funding Requests to Support Local Projects
April 19, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) released the following statement after submitting 15 Community Project Funding requests for consideration in the FY 2024 budget. 

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Map of Illinois counties highlighting where Congressman Sorensen's Community Project Funding Requests are located.
April 19, 2023

Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) has released a statement after submitting 15 Community Project Funding requests for consideration in the FY 2024 budget – including Quad-City area projects. 

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Freshman Congressman Shares Accomplishments and Reflects on Serving Central and Northwestern Illinois
April 15, 2023

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

“During the past 100 days, we’ve made significant progress toward making our communities sustainable, safe, and healthy,” said Sorensen. “It has been an honor to serve Central and Northwestern Illinois in the House of Representatives so far and I look forward to continuing being their trusted neighbor and voice in Congress.” 

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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.