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Bears' new stadium could be publicly owned in Illinois

Commissioner Roger Goodell met with Illinois lawmakers to discuss a publicly-owned stadium for the Chicago Bears, as the team explores options to stay in the state.

Recent discussions between the Bears and Illinois officials have focused on a public ownership model for the proposed stadium in Arlington Heights. This approach would resolve property-tax concerns that have stalled development of the Arlington Park site, which the Bears own. amunra-opinie.pl

The Bears originally planned to privately finance and own the new stadium, but that strategy hasn't gained sufficient traction. The team's consideration of an Indiana option has prompted Illinois leaders to explore alternatives that would prevent the franchise from leaving the state, with legislation targeting both houses of the Illinois Legislature.