CHICAGO (WLS) -- This week, new moves in Springfield could pave the way for a new Chicago Bears stadium.
According to ABC7 Chicago news partner the Daily Herald, the House bill, known as the mega-project, would give the Bears a long-term property tax break.
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That bill is set for a hearing Thursday before the Illinois House Revenue and Finance Committee.
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Sources tell ABC7 Chicago the Bears and legislative leaders have met weekly since December to discuss the state paying for infrastructure around the stadium while the team pays for the stadium itself.
This comes as Indiana state leaders are trying to lure the team out of Illinois, with pitches from cities like Gary and Portage.
And Arlington Heights is keeping the pressure on.
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The Bears have also explored a proposed site near Hammond, and Indiana lawmakers are moving full steam ahead before the end of their spring session in just weeks.
Some see reluctance on the part of some Chicago lawmakers who are still hoping to keep the Bears in the city as a reason for why a deal hasn't gotten done.
Sources say the Bears are expected to make this major decision in the coming weeks.
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