Missouri lawmakers have introduced legislation that would block the Kansas City Chiefs from accessing the state’s sports betting framework following the team’s planned relocation to Kansas.
Senate Joint Resolution 109 (SJR 109), filed by State Sen. Nick Schroer (R–St. Charles County) on December 31, 2025, proposes a constitutional amendment that would change how professional sports teams qualify for sports betting partnerships in Missouri.
The filing comes weeks after the Chiefs confirmed plans to leave Arrowhead Stadium and move to a new domed stadium in Wyandotte County, Kansas, beginning with the 2031 NFL season.
How the Proposal Changes Sports Betting Eligibility
Under current Missouri law, professional teams can partner with licensed sportsbook operators and participate in wagering-related revenue. SJR 109 would revise that structure by limiting eligibility to teams that host home games within Missouri.
The proposal would redefine “professional sports teams” to exclude organizations that do not play inside the state. It also ties sportsbook partnership privileges to teams operating within a Missouri-designated sports district. Because the Kansas City Chiefs are Missouri’s only NFL franchise, the change would apply directly to the team once it relocates.
The Chiefs currently maintain marketing partnerships with sportsbooks such as BetMGM and DraftKings, including signage and promotional content. However, the team does not hold a Missouri team-specific license that allows direct betting revenue participation.
Timeline and Approval Process
As a constitutional amendment, SJR 109 would require approval from both chambers of the Missouri legislature and a statewide public vote. If advanced, the measure would likely appear on the November 2026 ballot.
The legislation would not take effect immediately. The Chiefs are scheduled to remain at Arrowhead Stadium through the 2030 season, meaning any Missouri sports betting restrictions tied to the proposal would begin with the team’s move in 2031.
Stadium Deal Adds Political Pressure
The bill follows confirmation that Kansas approved a public subsidy package valued at approximately $1.8 billion to support construction of the new $4 billion stadium project. The financial agreement has intensified legislative response in Missouri, where additional proposals related to the team’s departure are also under consideration.
