Las Vegas Raiders seek $75 million taxpayer funds for stadium upgrades

The Las Vegas Raiders are requesting $75 million from the Las Vegas Stadium Authority to improve Allegiant Stadium, which opened in 2020. The funds would come from an existing stadium-improvement fund as preparations begin for Super Bowl LXIII, scheduled for February 2029. The proposed $158 million project focuses on enhancing the stadium's North Entry, creating a more attractive arrival area for fans with new features such as a pedestrian deck and public plaza. The Raiders plan to fund the remainder of the project privately. Allegiant Stadium is among the youngest venues in the NFL, having also hosted major events like Super Bowl LVIII and multiple Pac-12 Championship Games since its opening.

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