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Current developments have the potential for further complications. If House Bill 2704 fails to pass, then the Diamondbacks' plans for renovations and a future lease may collapse, leaving local officials and the team increasingly frustrated. As the clock ticks toward the expiration of the current lease in 2027, the stakes grow higher.
The arrival of new Maricopa County Supervisors offers a faint hope that negotiations could become less contentious. Their willingness to support the bill may provide the momentum necessary to meet the Diamondbacks' demands while preserving essential local services.