US EditionSenate attempts filibuster on new Missouri funding plan for Chiefs, Royals
- Missouri lawmakers advanced a funding plan on May 13, 2025, in Jefferson City to keep the Chiefs and Royals from relocating out of state.
- The proposal arose in response to Kansas passing a 2024 law offering bonds covering up to 75% of new stadium costs to lure the teams.
- The plan, named the Show-Me Sports Investment Act, would authorize Missouri to issue bonds covering half the stadium costs and offer $50 million in tax credits.
- The Chiefs contribute $28.8 million annually in tax income, and both the Chiefs’ and Royals’ stadium leases are set to expire in 2031, with Royals owner John Sherman raising concerns about the future viability of Kauffman Stadium.
- Despite House approval, bipartisan Senate opposition and limited session time led to no funding bill passage, forcing Governor Kehoe to consider a special session to act.
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Missouri Legislators Announce New Plan For Kansas City Chiefs, Arrowhead Stadium
The 5 Worst NFL Stadiums (2:03) The Missouri House endorsed incentives to help keep the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals from leaving the state.On Tuesday, the Missouri House backed a proposed bill to help fund new or renovated stadiums for the Chiefs and Royals. The legislation would provide tax credits on stadium projects of up to $50 million. States could also issue bonds at up to half of the stadium costs.Missouri Senate must approve the measur…
Missouri House Passes Bill Intended to Keep Chiefs, Royals in Kansas City
Missouri lawmakers are advancing a bill to provide tax incentives to sports teams in a bid to keep the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals in town. The “Show-Me Sports Investment Act” passed the Missouri House of Representatives Tuesday. The bill provides a number of incentives intended to help keep the two teams in the state, whether in the city or the suburbs. Missouri is trying to preempt a move by both teams to Kansas, after the state passed a law…
Senate slams brakes on House’s fast-tracked plan to keep Chiefs, Royals in Missouri - Missourinet
The state House passed a last-minute attempt to keep the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals in Missouri. The incentive package would pay up to half the cost of new and improved stadiums for the teams. Rep. Chris Brown, R-Kansas City, is sponsoring the provisions added to a Senate Bill about NIL endorsements for high school […]
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