Illinois spring legislative ends without vote on Bears stadium bill – WBEZ Chicago

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After five years of political wrangling and palace intrigue, the Bears future in Illinois remains uncertain.

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The 2026 Illinois spring legislative session ended with lawmakers passing a $56 billion budget but without a final vote on a megaprojects proposal aimed at keeping the Chicago Bears in Illinois.

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