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A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.
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A national law should protect access to abortion in every state.
“I support codifying Roe v. Wade and permanently restoring a woman's right to choose into law.”
Passage votes where Eric Sorensen broke ranks with ≥75% of Democrats. Threshold catches substantively partisan splits; unanimous-ish or close votes are excluded.
To prohibit individuals who are not citizens of the United States from voting in elections in the District of Columbia and to repeal the Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2022
Congressmen Sorensen, Flood Lead Bipartisan Letter of Support for U.S. Air Force Reserve’s “Hurricane Hunters”
Position: The release describes a bipartisan letter of support for the U.S. Air Force Reserve's 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron (Hurricane Hunters), emphasizing the value of their storm data collection and life-saving work.
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Eric Sorensen (D, IL-17) and Congressman Mike Flood (R, NE-01) announced they led a bipartisan letter of support for the United States Air Force Reserve “Hurricane Hunters” of the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron. The letter emphasizes the need for the unique data collection capabilities of the Hurricane Hunters, as well as the life-saving nature of their work.
“Hurricane Hunters carry out vital missions flying directly into storms to garner real-time, precise data on wind speeds, atmospheric pressure, humidity, and temperature. This data, which cannot be gathered through other means, improves our ability to keep the homeland safe,” wrote the Members in their letter. “Precise forecasts for intensity and zone of landfall allow Emergency Management the time and scope to move people away from danger as well as expedite recovery response, post-landfall. In an active season, our predictive capability saves billions of dollars and countless lives.”
Established in 1944, the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron, known as the “Hurricane Hunters of the Air Force Reserve,” is the only Department of Defense organization still flying into tropical storms and hurricanes. The unit is comprised of ten WC-130J aircraft and crews are part of the 403rd Wing, based at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, Mississippi.
Joining Congressmen Sorensen and Flood on this letter were Representatives: Ezell (R, MS-04), Gimenez (R, FL-28), Weber (R, TX-29), Salazar (R, FL-27), Edwards (R, NC-11), Houlahan (D, PA-06), Lawler (R, NY-17), Carson (D, IN-07), Case (D, HI-01), Steube (R, FL-17), Wilson (R, SC-02), Moskowitz (D, FL-23), Deluzio (D, PA-17), Frost (D, FL-10), Davis (D, NC-01), Castor (D, FL-14), and Ross (D, NC-02).
Read the full text of the Representatives’ letter here.
Congressman Sorensen is the Co-Chair of the Weather Enterprise Caucus and is the only Meteorologist serving in Congress. After over two decades on local TV—communicating life-saving information that impacted Illinoisans’ jobs, schools, farms, and safety—Sorensen came to Congress to continue that same work, now from Washington rather than in front of a green screen.
To learn more about Congressman Sorensen’s continued advocacy on behalf of your community in Washington, visit his website here.
Congressman Eric Sorensen represents Illinois’ 17th District in the United States House of Representatives. Prior to serving in Congress, Sorensen was a local meteorologist in Rockford and the Quad Cities for more than 20 years. His district includes Illinois’ Quad Cities, Rockford, Peoria, and Bloomington-Normal.
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Issues:Service Members and DefenseEnergy and the Environment
Position: The release announces a federal grant extension for the Chicago-Quad Cities passenger rail project and states the lawmakers' support for advancing the project and expanding passenger rail service.
CHICAGO, IL – U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) and U.S. Representative Eric Sorensen (D-IL-17) today announced that the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has approved a grant extension for the remaining federal funding previously secured for the proposed Chicago-Quad Cities passenger rail project, an Amtrak route between Chicago and Moline, Illinois. The extension will allow the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) to use the remaining federal funding to complete the rail project after more than a decade of planning.
Today’s announcement comes after Duckworth, Durbin and Sorensen urged U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy and Federal Railroad Administrator David Fink to grant the extension for the remaining federal funding previously secured for the project. In their June letter, the lawmakers emphasized that the rail line, which Durbin has been advocating for since 2008, could finally move forward as long as the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) extended the availability of previously granted federal funds beyond the deadline of July 31, 2026.
“Illinois relies on rail to push our economy forward and to ensure statewide connectivity, but we’ve been missing a critical route between Chicago and the Quad Cities,” Durbin said. “For more than 15 years, we’ve worked with IDOT, Iowa Interstate and BNSF Railroads, and the federal government to make the Chicago-Quad Cities Rail Project possible. With this funding extension from FRA, we can finally make this long-planned project a reality and open up new transit possibilities for Illinoisans.”
“For too long, the Quad Cities have gone without a passenger rail line to Chicago, limiting Illinoisans’ options to get to school, businesses and visit loved ones. With this funding extension, we’re closer to delivering the passenger rail service that so many have long been waiting for,” Duckworth said. “Investments in our rail system connect communities, grow local economies and give Illinoisans more freedom to get where they need to go. This is a big milestone for our state, and Senator Durbin, Congressman Sorensen and I will continue working alongside our local leaders to strengthen our rail network and ensure it serves all Illinoisans for generations to come.”
“I’m very pleased to see this project move forward and bring us one step closer to completing the Chicago-Quad Cities rail connection,” said Sorensen. “This investment will strengthen transportation options, support economic growth, and better connect communities across Illinois. Most importantly, it will give our neighbors more reliable ways to get to work, visit family, and access opportunities across the region.”
In 2010, Durbin secured $177 million in federal funding for the rail project. The rail line was delayed for years because former Governor Rauner refused to provide state funding for it. In 2019, Governor Pritzker renewed the state’s commitment to the project by providing $225 million in state funding through the Rebuild Illinois Capital Program. Recent enactment of the state’s transit bill, along with other state funding sources, will provide the additional funding necessary for the project. Durbin has repeatedly secured extensions of the federal funding.
In June, Durbin met with IDOT Secretary Gia Biagi and Iowa Interstate Railroad (IAIS) CEO Joe Parsons to discuss the rail project.
Issues:Transportation and Infrastructure
Durbin, Duckworth, Sorensen Joint Statement on Announced Closure of Tyson Plant in Joslin
Position: The statement expresses concern over the announced closure of the Tyson Foods plant in Joslin, Illinois, which will eliminate about 2,500 union jobs, and commits to supporting affected workers through the transition, including access to resources for returning to work.
JOSLIN, IL — U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), and U.S. Representative Eric Sorensen (D-IL-17) today released the following statement on the announced closure of the Tyson Foods plant in Joslin, Illinois, which will result in the loss of about 2,500 union jobs in the region:
“Today’s news is devastating for the 2,500 skilled union workers impacted by the closure of the Tyson plant in Joslin, especially at a time when American families are struggling with the rising cost of living. In the coming weeks, we remain committed to supporting our union members during this transition and working with Tyson to ensure that they have access to resources that support their return to work.”
Issues:Jobs, Small Business, and the Economy
Congressman Eric Sorensen Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Help Rural Communities Prepare for Flooding
Position: Introduces the SAFE Rural Act, which would create a formula-based rural flood resilience fund within FEMA's BRIC program to help rural communities, Tribal governments, and U.S. territories finance flood-prevention infrastructure and preparedness projects.
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) joined Congressman Pat Harrigan (NC-10) in introducing the Strengthening Access to Flood-resilient Environments for Rural Communities Act (SAFE Rural Act), to help rural communities better prepare for flooding before disasters strike.
The SAFE Rural Act would create a dedicated rural flood resilience fund within the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) program. The bill would ensure rural communities, Tribal governments, and U.S. territories receive formula-based funding to strengthen infrastructure and improve disaster preparedness without competing against larger cities for limited grant funding.
“As a Meteorologist, I know flooding doesn’t care about county lines or ZIP codes—but I also know rural communities often don’t have the same resources as larger cities to prepare for it. Central and Northwestern Illinois is home to hardworking hometowns that deserve the same opportunity to protect their families and infrastructure before the next storm hits,” said Congressman Eric Sorensen. “This legislation makes it easier for those communities to access federal resources, strengthen critical infrastructure, and save taxpayer dollars by investing in prevention instead of paying for recovery after disaster strikes.”
"Communities across western North Carolina know better than anyone that rebuilding after a flood is always harder and more expensive than preparing beforehand. The problem is that too many rural communities never get the chance to prepare because they don't have the staff or resources to navigate Washington's grant process. The SAFE Rural Act changes that by making it easier for small towns to access the funding they need to strengthen critical infrastructure before the next disaster hits. That's a smarter use of taxpayer dollars, and it's how we build more resilient communities for the long haul," said Congressman Pat Harrigan.
Under the legislation, eligible communities could use funding for projects such as upgrading bridges, culverts, levees, and drainage systems, restoring wetlands and other natural flood protections, improving flood warning systems, and strengthening emergency preparedness. The bill also streamlines the application process for smaller projects, helping communities access funding more quickly.
The SAFE Rural Act is endorsed by the American Society of Civil Engineers, the National Association of Flood and Stormwater Management Agencies, the American Flood Coalition, and the Association of State Floodplain Managers.
Issues:Energy and the Environment
Congressman Eric Sorensen Announces More Than $2.3 Million for Chestnut Health Systems to Advance Addiction Research
Position: Announces federal HHS grants totaling $2,327,679 to Chestnut Health Systems for drug use and addiction research, and expresses support for investing in addiction research and treatment.
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) announced that Chestnut Health Systems has been awarded more than $2.3 million from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to support drug use and addiction research.
The funding includes two grants totaling $2,327,679 through HHS' Drug Use and Addiction Research Programs.
“Substance use disorder impacts families and communities across Central and Northwestern Illinois,” said Congressman Sorensen. “Investing in research helps us better understand addiction, improve treatment, and save lives. I'm proud to see federal funding supporting the important work being done at Chestnut Health Systems, and I'll continue fighting for investments that strengthen healthcare and expand access to the resources people need.”
The awards include:
$1,327,996 for Drug Use and Addiction Research Programs
$999,683 for Drug Use and Addiction Research Programs
The funding will support ongoing research aimed at advancing the understanding of substance use disorders and improving prevention, treatment, and recovery efforts.
Issues:Health Care
Sorensen’s Bipartisan Bill to Fight Robocall Scams Clears Key Step
Position: Congressman Sorensen urges advancing the bipartisan QUIET Act, which increases penalties for those who use AI to impersonate individuals or organizations to defraud, and submitted a statement for the record supporting the bill in a House Energy and Commerce subcommittee hearing on robocalls and robotexts.
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressmen Eric Sorensen (IL-17) is celebrating an important step forward for his bipartisan Quashing Unwanted and Interruptive Electronic Telecommunications (QUIET) Act. The legislation was recently included in a House Energy and Commerce Communications and Technology Subcommittee hearing focused on protecting communications networks and combating illegal robocalls and robotexts.
As part of the hearing, Sorensen submitted a statement for the record urging the committee to advance the QUIET Act. The legislation has also been endorsed by AARP, which submitted a letter backing the bill.
“Every day, families are bombarded with scam calls and fake text messages designed to steal their money and personal information,” said Congressman Eric Sorensen. “Congress has a responsibility to act. My bipartisan QUIET Act will hold scammers accountable and better protect seniors, families, and consumers from fraud.”
“AARP research shows that consumers are already deeply concerned about the use of AI-generated voices in scams and continue to experience scam and illegal robocalls at alarming rates. Americans should not have to wonder whether the voice on the other end of the line is a loved one in distress, a government official, or a sophisticated AI-generated impersonation designed to steal their savings,” said Bill Sweeney, Senior Vice President of Government Affairs at the AARP. “Older adults deserve the confidence to answer the phone without fear of being targeted by increasingly sophisticated scam operations.”
The QUIET Act increases penalties for violators who use AI to impersonate individuals or organizations with the intent to defraud, cause harm, or wrongfully obtain anything of value. This measure would strengthen protections for seniors and vulnerable communities who are often the biggest targets of these scams.
The Subcommittee hearing marks an important milestone as the legislation continues moving through the committee process toward consideration by the full House Energy and Commerce Committee.
Since coming to Congress, Sorensen has made fighting scam robocalls and robotexts a priority. Last Congress, he led a bipartisan effort urging the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to outline its plans to combat these scams, which disproportionately target older Americans.
Read Congressman Sorensen’s full letter to the Subcommittee here.
Issues:Seniors
Congressman Sorensen Defends Rock Island Arsenal Workforce, Opposes Amendment to Cut 200,000 Defense Jobs
Position: Opposes Amendment #316 to the FY2027 NDAA, which would cut roughly 200,000 Department of Defense civilian jobs, and calls for protecting the defense civilian workforce, including at the Rock Island Arsenal.
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, spoke on the House floor in opposition to Amendment #316 to the Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), warning that it could lead to the loss of 200,000 Department of Defense civilian jobs, including at places like the Rock Island Arsenal.
“Cutting 200,000 defense civilian jobs doesn’t make America stronger—it weakens our military, hurts communities like Rock Island, and puts our troops at risk,” said Congressman Sorensen. “We should be supporting the people who keep our military ready, not showing them the door.”
During his remarks, Sorensen called on both Republicans and Democrats to reject the amendment, arguing that protecting America’s defense workforce is essential to supporting the troops and maintaining the nation’s military readiness.
Congressman Sorensen is a strong champion for the Department of Defense’s civilian employees that work at the Rock Island Arsenal. He questioned Secretary Hegseth and Army leadership about their moves to cut jobs at Rock Island. He also led efforts this year to end the hiring freeze for Arsenal workers, require the Army to answer for their workforce realignment efforts, and limit funding for President Trump’s collective bargaining ban.
Watch Congressman Sorensen’s remarks on the House floor here.
Issues:Service Members and Defense
Sorensen Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Lower Prescription Drug Costs
Position: Congressman Sorensen supports legislation to restrict pharmaceutical companies' use of sham citizen petitions to delay generic drug approvals, with the goal of reducing prescription drug costs and increasing access to affordable medications.
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) introduced the bipartisan STOP GAMES Act along with Congresswoman Stephanie Bice (OK-05). The legislation aims to crack down on tactics used by big pharma to block cheaper, generic drugs from entering the market.
“Nobody should have to choose between filling their prescription and paying rent or putting food on the table. But too many of my neighbors are simply being priced out from getting the medicine they need. That's why I am so proud to be leading the bipartisan STOP GAMES Act,” said Congressman Sorensen. “This bill would crack down on Big Pharma while giving my neighbors the option to buy generic drugs, which can drive down costs by up to 95%.”
“I am proud to co-lead the Stop GAMES Act, legislation that helps keep lifesaving prescription drugs affordable for the American people. There are few sources of frustration more common among the constituents I speak with than the overinflated cost of prescription drugs. Sham petitions are a key tool used by companies to prevent competitive products from getting to market and allowing the free market to lower costs,” said Congresswoman Stephanie Bice.
The STOP GAMES Act cracks down on "sham” citizen petitions, which big pharmaceutical companies file to slow down the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval process for competing generic drugs. While citizen petitions are intended to provide a voice to patients and consumer groups, the process is often co-opted by drug manufacturers to keep prices high.
Sorensen’s legislation allows the FDA to reject a petition if they determine the purpose of the claim is stop or delay the entry of a new drug to the market. Currently, the agency is forced to investigate every claim.
Congressman Eric Sorensen represents Illinois’ 17th District in the United States House of Representatives. Prior to serving in Congress, Sorensen was a local meteorologist in Rockford and the Quad Cities for more than 20 years. His district includes Illinois’ Quad Cities, Rockford, Peoria, and Bloomington-Normal.
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Issues:Health Care
Sorensen Presses Military Leadership on Cost of Iran War
Position: Congressman Sorensen opposes the current U.S. military engagement in Iran, citing its cost to taxpayers ($1 billion daily), lack of a clear exit strategy, and impact on domestic economic conditions. He calls for accountability from Pentagon leadership and an end to the conflict.
Watch HERE
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) pressed Pentagon leadership about the cost of the Iran war for taxpayers, the administration’s exit strategy, and the dangers of Russian collaboration with Iran.
“My neighbors are paying $5 for a gallon of gas while the Trump administration spends $1 billion of our tax dollars every day on a supposed ceasefire without an exit plan. I’m demanding accountability from Pentagon leadership to put an end to the chaos, stand up for our troops, and lower costs,” said Congressman Eric Sorensen.
Congressman Eric Sorensen represents Illinois’ 17th District in the United States House of Representatives. Prior to serving in Congress, Sorensen was a local meteorologist in Rockford and the Quad Cities for more than 20 years. His district includes Illinois’ Quad Cities, Rockford, Peoria, and Bloomington-Normal.
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Sorensen Leads Fight to Lower Gas Prices and Support Corn Growers with Year-Round E15
Position: Congressman Sorensen supports year-round E15 fuel sales as a policy to lower gas prices and expand market access for corn growers and ethanol producers.
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Eric Sorensen released the following statement after helping lead efforts to pass year-round E15 in the House to lower gas prices and give farmers access to new markets nationwide.
“Today I was proud to lead my colleagues in passing a commonsense policy that will lower gas prices while providing certainty for Illinois farmers. It’s long past time we stood up to Big Oil and expanded access to ethanol-blended fuel which will help support American farmers and energy producers while lowering prices at the pump. I will continue to work with my colleagues in the Senate to ensure that the sale of year-round E15 becomes law,” said Congressman Eric Sorensen.
Sorensen has been a leading voice for the Midwest by fighting for the passage of year-round E15. He led the fight in the House Agriculture Committee to include year-round E15 in the farm bill but was ultimately blocked by Republicans who chose to support Big Oil instead of Midwest farmers.
Congressman Eric Sorensen represents Illinois’ 17th District in the United States House of Representatives. Prior to serving in Congress, Sorensen was a local meteorologist in Rockford and the Quad Cities for more than 20 years. His district includes Illinois’ Quad Cities, Rockford, Peoria, and Bloomington-Normal.
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Issues:Agriculture
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Top PAC donors · 2026 cycle
Political action committees that gave the most to this rep's principal campaign committee this cycle. PAC giving is direct organizational support — industry, ideological, or leadership.
1.AMERICAN FEDERATION OF TEACHERS AFL-CIO3 contributions$10,000
2.MACHINISTS NON PARTISAN POLITICAL LEAGUE OF THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF MACHINISTS & AEROSPACE WORKERSLabor2 contributionsTrade-union PAC of the International Association of Machinists & Aerospace Workers — backs candidates supporting union organizing, prevailing wages, and aerospace manufacturing jobs.AI$10,000
3.AMERICAN ISRAEL PUBLIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEEIdeological2 contributionsPAC arm of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee, federalized in 2021. Backs candidates of both parties who support U.S.-Israel security and economic ties.AI$10,000
4.AMEREN CORPORATION FEDERAL POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE (AMEREN FEDPAC)2 contributions$10,000
5.CARPENTERS LEGISLATIVE IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE UNITED BROTHERHOOD OF CARPENTERS AND JOINERSLabor2 contributionsTrade-union PAC for the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners — backs prevailing-wage protections, federal infrastructure funding, project labor agreements, and worker safety standards.AI$10,000
6.GROWTH ENERGY PAC2 contributions$10,000
7.PATRIOT PAC2 contributions$10,000
8.AMERICAN CRYSTAL SUGAR COMPANY POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEEAgriculture2 contributionsAgricultural processing PAC for American Crystal Sugar — backs candidates supporting farm subsidies, sugar price supports, and agricultural trade policies.AI$10,000
9.PERIMETER PAC2 contributions$10,000
10.EQUALITY PACIdeological2 contributionsIdeological PAC — supports candidates and causes aligned with progressive values and social equality advocacy.AI$10,000
Source: OpenFEC (api.open.fec.gov) Schedule A receipts where contributor type is “committee.” Aggregated by contributing committee. Self-transfers from joint-fundraising / victory committees are excluded.
Top individual contributors · 2026 cycle
Itemized individual contributions over $200 to this rep's campaign committee, aggregated by donor employer. PAC giving is shown above; this section is people, not organizations.
1.MARQUIS MANAGEMENT INC.$21,000
2.SELF$16,830
3.CLIFFORD LAW OFFICES$15,750
4.LEXUS OF LEHIGH VALLEY$12,000
5.STATE OF ILLINOIS$9,250
6.NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY$8,010
7.LATHAM & WATKINS LLP$7,250
8.GOFFE HOLDINGS$7,000
9.ALSOP LOUIE PARTNERS$7,000
10.AMD$7,000
Source: OpenFEC Schedule A receipts where contributor type is “individual,” aggregated by the donor's self-reported employer. This is a geographic / industry correlation, not a corporate endorsement.
