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IL HR0742
Resolution
Status
3/21/2022
Primary Sponsor
Joe Sosnowski
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AI Summary
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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.
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States the team should move without requesting incentives or subsidies from local or state government for stadium construction.
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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.
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References a Patch.com survey indicating over 70 percent of 6,000 respondents support the Bears relocating.
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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