Childhood and Education Journey of Katie Hobbs in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 30, 2025

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Katie Hobbs. From birth to education, explore key events.

Katie Hobbs is an American politician currently serving as the 24th Governor of Arizona, since 2023. As a member of the Democratic Party, she previously served as Arizona's Secretary of State from 2019 to 2023. Prior to that, she was a member of the Arizona Legislature from 2011 to 2019, demonstrating a lengthy career in Arizona politics before ascending to the governorship.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

December 28, 1969: Kathleen Marie Hobbs Born

On December 28, 1969, Kathleen Marie Hobbs was born. She is an American politician who has been serving as the 24th governor of Arizona since 2023.

1992: Met Patrick Goodman

In 1992, Katie Hobbs met Patrick Goodman at church.

1992: Received Bachelor's Degree

In 1992, Katie Hobbs received a bachelor's degree in social work from Northern Arizona University.

1995: Received Master's Degree

In 1995, Katie Hobbs received a master's degree in social work from Arizona State University.

1995: Richard Mahoney left office

Katie Hobbs was the first democrat to hold the post since Richard Mahoney left office in 1995

1996: Married Patrick Goodman

In 1996, Katie Hobbs married Patrick Goodman.

2008: Delegate for Hillary Clinton

In 2008, Katie Hobbs was a delegate for Hillary Clinton at the Democratic National Convention.

2010: Elected to the Arizona House of Representatives

In 2010, Katie Hobbs was elected to the Arizona House of Representatives, representing the 15th legislative district alongside Lela Alston.

2012: Elected to the Arizona Senate

In 2012, Katie Hobbs was elected to the Arizona Senate, representing the 24th legislative district.

2012: Ran for State Senate

In 2012, after serving one term in the House of Representatives, Katie Hobbs ran for state senate.

2014: Re-elected to Arizona Senate

In 2014, Katie Hobbs was re-elected to the Arizona State Senate.

2015: Became Senate Minority Leader

In 2015, Katie Hobbs became the minority leader in the Arizona Senate.

2016: Re-elected to Arizona Senate

In 2016, Katie Hobbs was re-elected to the Arizona State Senate.

March 8, 2017: Announced Candidacy for Arizona Secretary of State

On March 8, 2017, Katie Hobbs announced her candidacy for Arizona secretary of state.

November 6, 2018: Associated Press Prematurely Called Race for Gaynor

On November 6, 2018, the Associated Press prematurely called the race for Steve Gaynor, Hobbs's opponent, in the election for Arizona Secretary of State.