Indiana, Illinois Race to Host Bears Stadium

The Indiana Senate has passed a bill by a 45-4 vote to help fund a stadium venue near the Illinois border, while an Illinois legislative committee has advanced legislation that would help the Bears build on property they own in Arlington Heights. Both states are moving closer to finalizing their proposals as the Bears have yet to make a deal with any entity.

Despite the competition, the ideal outcome according to sources would be a new stadium in Chicago, though there is currently no indication of a lakefront stadium happening. The process appears to be approaching decision-making time as both states finalize their legislative approaches.