PHOENIX – One of the most anticipated moments for the D-Backs happened on Wednesday afternoon when Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs signed HB2740 into effect at Chase Field.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Generations of Arizona families have cheered on the @Dbacks at Chase Field. With new renovations funded through HB2704, we’re preserving a community landmark, boosting our economy, and ensuring more unforgettable moments for years to come. pic.twitter.com/afpXAovijH
— Governor Katie Hobbs (@GovernorHobbs) September 3, 2025
Diamondbacks President and CEO Derrick Hall with Arizona Gov. Hobbs during commemorative bill signing ceremony at Chase Field in Phoenix on Sep. 3, 2025. © Rob Schumacher/The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs shows her support for the Arizona Diamondbacks:
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs took time out of her day to come down to Chase Field to not only sign the house bill into effect but to show her support for the Diamondbacks. This comes as a sigh of relief for everyone in the Diamondbacks organization and D-Backs fans, as the future is now secured in downtown Phoenix for the next 30 years. Many were unsure if the measure would end up getting passed, though the Arizona House of Representatives voted to approve HB2704 in June by a 35-20 vote.
Arizona Gov. Hobbs signs HB 2704, which will secure 30 more years of baseball at Chase Field, during a commemorative bill signing ceremony in Phoenix on Sep. 3, 2025. © Rob Schumacher/The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
HB2704 is a measure that will recapture sales taxes from Chase Field and use them towards renovations, including addressing air conditioning, plumbing, and electrical issues. This bill allows a maximum of $500 million in sales taxes from Chase Field for renovations, and Arizona Diamondbacks owner Ken Kendrick has already stated they are going to invest $250 million of their own money into these repairs.
Sep 3, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Gov. Hobbs signed a house bill which will secure 30 more years of baseball during a commemorative bill signing ceremony at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images
The future of the D-Backs is solidified, and it comes with a massive voice of support from everybody involved. With the Snakes on the rise, Chase Field will finally get some repairs to go along with the new culture.
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Reporter Benjamin Bliklen covers the Arizona Diamondbacks and Arizona Cardinals for Burn City Sports. You can follow him on his X account, @BenBliklen
