Royals & Chiefs weigh in after passage of stadium plan in Missouri Legislature
The Royals and Chiefs saluted the Missouri House on Wednesday after approval of a stadium-incentives package.
But neither organization committed to remaining in the Show-Me State.
The teams issued statements soon after the plan passed 90-58 in the Missouri House. The approved legislation would allow Missouri to pay for up to 50% of new or renovated stadiums using tax revenue generated by the teams toward payment of bonds.
The plan now goes to Gov. Mike Kehoe’s desk for his signature.
The Senate approved the bill with a 19-13 vote last Thursday.
From the Royals:
“As we said from the beginning of the Legislature’s deliberations, their work is a very important piece of our decision-making process. Now that both houses have voted and the bill is headed to the Governor’s desk, we look forward to evaluating the plan in full detail.
“Our focus remains the same: to prioritize the best interests of our team, fans, partners and regional community as we pursue the next generational home for the Kansas City Royals.”
From the Chiefs:
“We are grateful to Governor Mike Kehoe and the Missouri Legislature for taking this significant step forward. The passing of this legislation is an important piece of the overall effort. While’s there’s still work to be done, this legislation enables the Chiefs to continue exploring potential options to consider remaining in Missouri.”
The Truman Sports Complex lease for both teams expires in 2031. The Royals are seeking an entirely new stadium; the Chiefs have said they could remain at the Truman Sports Complete in an improved GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium ... or relocate.
Wednesday’s legislation keeps Missouri in the game to retain the teams. The state of Kansas, though, has offered a bond program that would pay up to 70% of the cost for new stadiums.
Missouri’s plan requires local commitment, which could come in the form of a local tax vote. Last year, Jackson County voters rejected a similar tax.
The Kansas plan would not require a local vote.
This story was originally published June 11, 2025 at 4:55 PM.