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The team president says no final decision has been made, but the organization’s attention is fixed on a development in Hammond.
Mayor Tom McDermott says he was not told what the announcement is about.
While Bears officials say they are focused on Hammond as the site for the team’s planned new domed stadium, support is shaky for some of the local tax increases underpinning Indiana’s incentive package.
Fans and residents expressed enthusiasm over the potential economic impact and proximity to Chicago.
The rail line says a Northwest Indiana stadium could expand transit options, cut congestion and improve access for major events.
Gov. Mike Braun and the Chicago Bears both confirmed the team is advancing its plans for a site in Hammond. The vote is not a final decision.
The team says the decision between building their new stadium in Hammond or in Arlington Heights is coming soon.
The next couple of weeks appear crucial to whether the Chicago Bears decide the franchise will cross the state line and build its new stadium in northwest Indiana.
The review comes as Illinois lawmakers weigh a bill that could impact whether the Bears stay in Illinois or look across the state line.
The Bears said additional amendments are needed as Indiana continues its push to lure the NFL team to Hammond.
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Senate Enrolled Act 27 passed the Senate 45-4 before Gov. Mike Braun signed it into law.
Senate Bill 27 establishes the Northwest Indiana Stadium Authority to help finance the stadium.
Senate Bill 27, which would help finance the stadium, passed unanimously out of the Indiana House Ways & Means committee Thursday morning.
The Northwest Indiana city joins competition with a privately financed stadium plan 40 miles from Soldier Field.
The legislation would establish the Northwest Indiana Stadium Authority to help finance the new venue.
The city is offering three stadium sites as the NFL franchise expands its search to northwest Indiana.
Braun says he's ready to work with the team on the potential move.
The Chicago Bears said they are expanding their search for a new stadium site to include Northwest Indiana.
The bill establishes a sports development commission for the region