Indiana lawmakers, governor give final OK to plan trying to lure Bears stadium

Indiana’s offer for helping build a multi-billion dollar stadium is on the table, now it is up to the Chicago Bears to decide whether they will cross the state line.

By: Tom Davies

Outlets: Indiana Capital Chronicle

Published: February 26, 2026

Words: 899

Last Updated: 1 week, 6 days ago

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Indiana’s offer to help build a multi-billion dollar stadium is officially on the table — now it is up to the Chicago Bears to decide whether they will cross the state line.

State senators voted 45-4 Thursday to give final legislative approval to the plan for establishing a Northwest Indiana Stadium Authority in Hammond and allowing increased county restaurant, hotel and admission taxes for the project. Gov. Mike Braun signed the measure into law …

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