TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, Florida's firefighters applauded Governor Ron DeSantis’ appointment of Blaise Ingoglia as Florida’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and State Fire Marshal. Top firefighters' organizations and statewide leaders applauded his appointment and leadership on issues important to Florida's firefighters and first responders. Here’s what they are saying:

Florida Professional Firefighters President Wayne "Bernie" Bernoska said, “The Florida Professional Firefighters congratulate CFO and State Fire Marshal Blaise Ingoglia on his appointment. We look forward to continuing our work together in this new role. Throughout his tenure in the Florida Legislature, CFO Ingoglia has been a consistent and committed advocate for public safety and issues important to Florida’s firefighters. From sponsoring legislation on firefighter cancer coverage and PTSD benefits, to supporting our retirement plans and co-sponsoring the recent update to the Florida Firefighter Occupational Safety & Health Act, which was signed into law by Governor DeSantis just last month, he has shown time and again that Florida’s firefighters will continue to have a true advocate in the CFO’s office. We are proud of our strong partnership and thank CFO Ingoglia and Governor DeSantis for their enduring support of Florida’s Professional Firefighters."

Pasco County Professional Firefighters President Dixon Phillips said, “We cannot be happier that Blaise has been appointed as CFO and Florida's Chief Fire Marshal. We have seen firsthand how effective he is as well as how personally he takes our issues. From cancer and PTSD coverage, Blaise has been there, getting the job done for us in Tallahassee. He truly has been a champion for the fire service and the people of Florida. We look forward to continuing to work with him in his new role as CFO.”

Metro-Dade Firefighters Local 1403 said, “Metro-Dade Firefighters Local 1403 proudly congratulates Florida's newly appointed Chief Financial Officer and State Fire Marshal, Blaise Ingoglia. We look forward to continuing our strong partnership with our friend, CFO Ingoglia, as we work together to put public safety first. Throughout the years, he has demonstrated steadfast leadership in support of Florida's professional firefighters, championing access to mental health resources and investing in the tools we need to protect our communities. As he steps into this new role, we are confident that his commitment to safety and fiscal responsibility will benefit not only Florida's fire service but all Floridians. Here in Miami-Dade, we welcome his leadership in ensuring that public safety remains a top priority while maintaining the fiscal discipline our residents expect and deserve."