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Kansas extends deadline for Chiefs and Royals to raise stadiums
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Kansas Grants More Time for Chiefs and Royals to Secure Stadium Funding

July 8, 2025 3 Min Read
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The Kansas Legislative Commission has extended the deadline for decisions involving the Chiefs and Royals, while also incorporating state stadium funding plans. The Kansas Legislative Coordination Council unanimously approved the use of bonds if the team opts to move to Kansas, setting a new deadline of June 30, 2026, though they want a response from the team by December 31 this year.

Secretary Mark Donovan requested the extension in a letter to Kansas Senate President Ty Masterson last month, around the same time the Royals verbally asked for more time. Although the original deadline was June 30, it was retroactively pushed to the following Monday.

Donovan emphasized the opportunity to bring the NFL to Kansas, highlighting a plan for a state-of-the-art dome stadium, a new team headquarters, advanced training facilities, and an entertainment district. The Chiefs and Royals have played for over 50 years at the Truman Sports Complex in Kansas City, Missouri, with Arrowhead Stadium and Kauffman Stadium sharing parking equity. However, their lease with Jackson County expires in January 2031, and both teams have been exploring future options for several years.

Last year, Jackson County voters rejected a sales tax extension that would have funded an $800 million renovation of Arrowhead Stadium and improvements for the Royals downtown. However, Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe called a special legislative session last month, resulting in a funding deal that includes disaster relief for the St. Louis area. This law permits bonds covering up to 50% of costs for new or renovated stadiums in Missouri, along with up to $50 million in tax credits and local government support.

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If the teams remain in Missouri, the Chiefs proposed a $1.15 billion renovation of Arrowhead Stadium, while the Royals maintain plans to replace Kauffman Stadium. Chiefs owner Clark Hunt, whose father built Arrowhead, has a deep attachment to the stadium but is also keenly aware of the potential financial benefits of a new dome stadium, which could host marquee events like the Super Bowl and Final Four.

On Monday, Donovan discussed the Chiefs’ impending stadium decision, saying that they are nearing a final agreement and want to present the Hunt family with two viable options that both make sense.

This report incorporates information from the Associated Press.

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Fan Take: This news is crucial for NFL fans as it signals significant changes that could reshape where some iconic teams call home, impacting fan experiences and regional rivalries. The potential for new stadiums also means more opportunities for major events, enhancing the NFL’s national footprint and fan engagement.

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