Eric Sorensen

U.S. Representative, Illinois 17th District

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Eric Sorensen has represented Illinois's 17th District (Rockford to the Quad Cities) since 2023. A TV meteorologist for 22 years in Rockford and the Quad Cities, he is among the House's few scientists and its first openly gay member from Illinois, focusing on agriculture, weather-resilient infrastructure, and the Mississippi River economy.

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Last reviewed: Sep 14, 2026

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Former local TV meteorologist of 22 years representing Illinois's 17th District

Sorensen, a meteorologist who spent 22 years on local television, has served as the U.S. representative for Illinois's 17th District since 2023.

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T1Representative Eric Sorensen — official site· Government document· ✓ Editorial Review Sep 14, 2026

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Event: Jan 3, 2023· Published: Sep 14, 2026

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