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Bears’ Potential Move to Indiana Takes Major Step After Committee Vote

Bears’ Potential Move to Indiana Takes Major Step After Committee Vote

Summary

The Chicago Bears might move to Indiana after the Indiana House committee voted to approve a bill to create a stadium authority. This would allow the construction and leasing of a new stadium near Wolf Lake in Hammond, Indiana.

Key Facts

  • The Indiana House Ways and Means Committee voted 24-0 for the stadium bill.
  • The bill aims to create a Northwest Indiana Stadium Authority.
  • The proposed stadium location is near Wolf Lake in Hammond, Indiana.
  • Governor Mike Braun and Indiana lawmakers support the move.
  • The Bears have played in Chicago for over 100 years, mostly in Soldier Field.
  • A final deal depends on approvals and completing site due diligence.
  • Hammond, Indiana, is about 22 miles from Soldier Field in Chicago.
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