IL lawmaker Bears stadium proposal calls for $2.5B from team, $1.3 from state in Arlington Heights

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WLS) -- While the Chicago Bears say they are now focusing their stadium efforts in Hammond, Indiana, Illinois lawmakers aren't giving up on the team just yet.

State Rep. Martin Mclaughlin's proposal would set benchmarks for the team to meet that he says would benefit both sides.

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The Republican from Barrington says his plan calls for around a $2.5 billion investment from the Bears in Arlington Heights.

The state would be on the hook for about $1.3 billion in infrastructure improvements.

He says his plan could lead to $5 to 6 billion return on investment.