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IL HR0742

Resolution

Status

Introduced

3/21/2022

Primary Sponsor

Joe Sosnowski

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Origin

House of Representatives

102nd General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Urges the Chicago Bears to relocate to Arlington Park in Arlington Heights, citing the site's proximity to O'Hare International Airport (20 minutes), dedicated Metra commuter rail stop, and highway accessibility.

  • States the team should move without requesting incentives or subsidies from local or state government for stadium construction.

  • Asserts that the team's name ties it to Chicago regardless of physical location, and that modern sports economics depend more on branding than stadium location.

  • References a Patch.com survey indicating over 70 percent of 6,000 respondents support the Bears relocating.

  • Directs copies of the resolution be sent to the Chicago Bears organization, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot, and Arlington Heights Mayor Tom Hayes.

Legislative Description

CHICAGO BEARS-MOVE LOCATIONS

Last Action

Rule 19(b) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

5/9/2022

Committee Referrals

Rules5/9/2022
Tourism3/28/2022
Rules3/22/2022

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