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Oregon Senators Approve $800 Million MLB Stadium Bond

4/18/2025

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Oregon state senators have greenlit an ambitious $800 million bond to pave the way for a Major League Baseball stadium in Portland. This bipartisan effort, Senate Bill 110, seeks to lure a new team by using players' income tax revenue for repayment. However, critics voice concerns over potential economic pitfalls and the fairness of public funding.

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Oregon state senators have greenlit an ambitious $800 million bond to pave the way for a Major League Baseball stadium in Portland. This bipartisan effort, Senate Bill 110, seeks to lure a new team by using players' income tax revenue for repayment. However, critics voice concerns over potential economic pitfalls and the fairness of public funding.