06.11.25 Jackson County Executive Statement on Stadium Funding Bill

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 11, 2025

 

Jackson County Executive Statement on Stadium Funding Bill

 

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Jackson County Executive Frank White, Jr. has issued the following statement on the passage of a stadium funding bill by state lawmakers:

“I applaud the Missouri General Assembly for advancing legislation that supports the future of the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals. I especially want to thank Governor Mike Kehoe for his leadership in making this progress possible. With the bill now headed to his desk, today marks an important step toward a more balanced and responsible approach to funding professional sports in our region. 

“For more than 50 years, Jackson County has been home to the Chiefs and Royals – two of the most iconic franchises in American sports. Today, we are investing more than $54 million each year to build, equip and maintain top-tier facilities for their benefit. These are extraordinary public resources, highlighting the significance of this investment and the responsibility it carries for our community. 

“But I must also be clear: Jackson County has shouldered not just the bulk, but nearly the entirety of public funding that supports these teams. That level of local responsibility is no longer sustainable or fair. This legislation creates the opportunity to build a more equitable model, where the investment is shared more broadly across the state and region. 

“As this process continues, I look forward to working with all stakeholders, including the Chiefs and Royals, to better understand their long-term plans and their commitment to remaining in Jackson County. Together, we can ensure our teams stay rooted here while delivering a fair and forward-looking deal for the people who have supported them for generations.” 

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