Uniformed Professional FireFighters Endorse Foncello

**News Release Submitted by State Rep. Martin Foncello Campaign**

Sept. 24, 2024

The Uniformed Professional Fire Fighters Association of Connecticut (UPFFA) has endorsed State Rep. Martin Foncello’s reelection in the 107th House District in Brookfield, Bethel, and Newtown for re-election.

In its endorsement of Foncello, UPFFA wrote, “thank you for your support of professional firefighter issues including issues of importance to the fire service at large. We are proud of our association with you and look forward to our upcoming partnership.”

The organization has been serving the Citizens of the State of Connecticut for over 73 years, as well as advocating, protecting and advancing professional Fire Fighters throughout Connecticut. The Uniformed Professional Fire Fighters Association of Connecticut represents 60 Connecticut IAFF Locals.

“For more than a decade, I served as the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s liaison to the FDNY. As a member of the Bipartisan Fire & EMS caucus, it’s been my honor to work on issues impacting these community volunteers,” said Foncello. “I proudly co-sponsored a bill this year, the first legislation of its kind, to remove PFAS from firefighter protective gear. I also co-sponsored a bill to waive the required Q-endorsement on drivers licenses for veterans with appropriate experience to drive a fire apparatus, making it easier for them to continue their service to their community by joining fire departments.”

Foncello, of Brookfield, is a member of the committees on Aging, Appropriations, and Education. For more information about Foncello or his platform, visit https://foncellofor107th.com/ or https://www.facebook.com/foncellofor107th/.