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Missouri Senator Seeks to Replace Chiefs as State Team With UFL's Battlehawks

The symbolic measure follows Kansas' incentive-backed plan for a 2031 relocation.

Overview

  • State senator Nick Schroer introduced a resolution to remove the Chiefs’ official designation and award it to the St. Louis Battlehawks.
  • The measure is a statement of disapproval and would not affect the Chiefs’ announced plan to leave for Kansas.
  • Kansas offered significant tax incentives tied to a proposed $4 billion domed stadium, and the franchise is targeting a 2031 move.
  • Jackson County voters in 2024 rejected extending a sales tax for Arrowhead Stadium renovations, a pivotal point in the funding dispute.
  • Missouri officials are weighing next steps for the Truman Sports Complex, including a proposal to bank funds for potential demolition and redevelopment.