The Washington Commanders’ pursuit of a new stadium hit new and major obstacles Thursday as both Virginia and District officials shot down efforts to build the team a new home for at least the time being.
In Virginia, the state legislature pulled the plug on a bill that would have paved the way for the Commanders to build a stadium as the two sponsors confirmed they won’t introduce the legislation when the General Assembly reconvenes to consider the Governor’s amendments and vetoes for the state budget. A key sponsor of the bill told The Washington Times that the bill will remain in its conference committee rather than bringing it to the floor for a vote.