Gov. Hobbs likely to sign bill for Chase Field despite opposition

Gov. Hobbs likely to sign bill for Chase Field despite opposition

Gov. Katie Hobbs may not sign a budget this week, but she will likely sign a negotiated measure to use sales tax revenue and state income tax revenue for stadium renovations at Chase Field.  The House passed House Bill 2704 (tax; distribution; county stadium district) 35-20, with the Freedom Caucus joining some Democrats in opposition. The bill is intended to keep the Diamondbacks in downtown Phoenix, with the team’s lease at the stadium ending …