A ‘historic’ win for D.C. after RFK stadium bill passes in Congress
In a stunning win for the nation’s capital, the District is set to control the land surrounding RFK Stadium, possibly allowing the Washington Commanders to return to their old home, after Congress passed legislation allowing the city to redevelop the federal property — a political miracle that unfolded in the twilight hours of the year’s congressional session and after almost every avenue for the legislation appeared exhausted.
RFK stadium deal barred from government funding bill but gets second chance in Senate
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser has proposed to make the land into a sports complex with a market hall, pedestrian bridges, and a Robert F. Kennedy memorial.
Senate passes RFK Stadium land bill, giving the Washington Commanders a major off-the-field win
The Washington Commanders' path to returning to nation's capital is clear after an on-again, off-again saga in Congress ended with a late reprieve. The U.S.
Senate vote on RFK Stadium land bill paves path for Commanders to build stadium in Washington, D.C.
The Washington Commanders currently call Prince George's County, Maryland home, but a move by the U.S. Senate means the team could make the nation's capital their new stomping grounds. The U.S. Senate passed the RFK Memorial Stadium Campus Revitalization Act by unanimous consent, giving the city the opportunity to negotiate with developers.
Senate passes RFK Stadium bill
The D.C. Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium Campus Revitalization Act passed the Senate without amendment by voice vote overnight on Saturday, Dec. 21. If signed into law by President Joe Biden, control of the land where RFK Stadium sits would be ...
Senate passes separate RFK stadium site bill after removal from federal spending bill
The U.S. Senate has passed a bill granting control of the old RFK Stadium site to the District of Columbia, a last-minute passage that helps clear the way for the Washington Commanders to potentially move back to the city.
D.C.’s RFK Stadium chances fade as House fails to pass spending bill
Neighboring Maryland had retained its top priority — full funding for a new Baltimore bridge — in the failed bill.
DC to gain control of RFK Stadium site after bill passes Senate
D.C. is expected to get full control of the RFK Stadium site after Congress passed a government funding bill that includes the RFK bill.
RFK Stadium site provision removed from federal spending bill, a blow to the Commanders and NFL
A provision to transfer the land that is the site of the old RFK Stadium from the federal government to the District of Columbia is no longer included in Congress’ short-term spending bill that lawmakers are racing to pass before a government shutdown.
Commanders Set to Relocate to DC Following RFK Stadium Bill Being Passed
The Washington Commanders are set to relocate back to DC following the surprising passing of the RFK Stadium Bill.
DC expected to gain control of RFK Stadium site after bill passes Senate overnight
D.C. is expected to get full control of the RFK Stadium site after Congress passed a government funding bill that includes the RFK bill.
Mayor Bowser, Commanders' Josh Harris, and other local leaders react to RFK Stadium deal
Local leaders are speaking about the benefits, and potential drawbacks, of a new football stadium in the city.
D.C. a realistic option for Commanders’ stadium after political Hail Mary
Congress passed the RFK bill early Saturday, giving the District control of the land. Here’s what it means for the team’s ...