Politics & Government
Illinois Lawmaker Wants To Tie Public Financing For Sports Stadiums To Team Performance
The Bears have said they would contribute $2.3b toward the lakefront stadium proposal, but are seeking $2.4 billion in public financing.
February 7, 2025
CHICAGO (CBS) -- An Illinois state lawmaker has proposed legislation that would tie any public financing for professional sports stadiums to a team's performance, as both the Chicago Bears and Chicago White Sox are seeking help to fund new stadiums.
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The proposal from Illinois State Rep. Bob Morgan (D-Deerfield) would require any team to have a winning record in at least three of its past five regular seasons before it would be eligible for public financing to build a new stadium or renovate an existing stadium.
In a statement, Morgan said the goal is to ensure taxpayer money is spent responsibly.
