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Requests for federal funding for Bloomington-Normal projects already have been made by the two U.S. House members who represent the Twin Cities, but Democrat Eric Sorensen said he planned a walking tour with both municipalities' mayors anyway to learn "where the money is being spent."
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.
“When we developed the stormwater system here in the early 2000s, it was more than adequate. But we’re getting 150-year rains every year. It’s an issue we need to deal with. It’s a climate change issue,” he said.
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.
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.
“The overall connection between these projects, all of them the overarching theme is they have an effect on people. They have a positive effect on our neighbors,” he said.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.