Iowa enters the effort to lure the Bears

Seven Iowa state senators have introduced a bill to amend the “Major Economic Growth Attraction” program to potentially attract an NFL team by incentivizing the construction of a professional sports stadium in the state. This move is aimed at expressing interest in relocating the Chicago Bears, as the team explores options for a new home. State Senator Kerry Gruenhagen stated that the bill is intended to demonstrate Iowa's readiness to host the Bears if the team decides to leave Illinois. While the proposal reflects Iowa's interest, logistical challenges such as the distance from Chicago to Iowa’s cities like Davenport and Des Moines could complicate the idea.