Missouri lawmakers this week passed an incentives bill aimed at keeping the Royals and Chiefs in the state, raising the stakes in the border battle with Kansas. Why it matters: With both states offering competitive financial packages,

The teams issued statements soon after the plan passed 90-58 in the Missouri House. The approved legislation would allow Missouri to pay for up to 50% of new or renovated stadiums using tax revenue generated by the teams toward payment of bonds. The plan now goes to Gov. Mike Kehoe’s desk for his signature.