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Eric Sorensen Secures $1M for Illinois Farmers' Energy Efficiency

6/26/2025

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Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) has unveiled more than $1 million in USDA Rural Development grants aimed at empowering local farmers through the Rural Energy for America Program. This funding will boost energy efficiency and sustainability, allowing farmers to save $170,000 each year while strengthening family farms and rural businesses across Illinois for a brighter economic future.

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Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) has unveiled more than $1 million in USDA Rural Development grants aimed at empowering local farmers through the Rural Energy for America Program. This funding will boost energy efficiency and sustainability, allowing farmers to save $170,000 each year while strengthening family farms and rural businesses across Illinois for a brighter economic future.