CT Professional Firefighters Group Endorses Stephanie Thomas

Press release from Vote Stephanie Thomas:

Sept. 21, 2020

The Uniformed Professional Firefighters Association of Connecticut has endorsed Stephanie Thomas (D) to represent the 143rd House District. The Uniformed Professional Firefighters Association of Connecticut represents frontline workers fighting fires, providing emergency medical services, and removing hazardous materials.

“It is an honor to inform you that the Uniformed Professional Fire Fighters Association of Connecticut heartily endorses your candidacy for the 143rd House District,” said Peter S. Carozza, Jr., the President of UPFFA.

On accepting the endorsement, Thomas said “I’m deeply honored to receive this vote of confidence from UPFFA. It’s particularly meaningful coming from those who are bravely battling on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic, putting their health and safety —and that of their families— on the line for all of us every single day. I am especially committed to advocating for PTSD coverage for firefighters and EMS workers and providing safeguards for this critical part of our community. ”

Stephanie Thomas is a State Rep Candidate (143 District) and is dedicated to building a safe, healthy and economically strong future for Wilton, Norwalk and Westport.

This press release was produced by Vote Stephanie Thomas. The views expressed here are the author's own.