In the latest in a long string of endorsements, the Texas State Association of Fire Fighters has endorsed Rep. Jim Pitts in his re-election to Texas House District 10.  This announcement follows last month’s endorsement by the Waxahachie Firefighters’ Association.

Texas State Association of Fire Fighters’ Chief of Staff, Mike Higgins said, “Texas fire fighters know Jim Pitts as a leader in the Texas Legislature who will protect fire fighters’ needs.  Jim understands the important role our fire fighters play in keeping our communities strong and has always been there for us.”

Pitts said, “I will remain committed to giving our fire fighters the support they need to carry out their mission to protect life and property.  As first responders, our fire departments are vital to our community’s safety, and I am truly humbled to have the endorsement of our local and statewide firefighter associations.”

Pitts is receiving broad local and statewide support in his re-election campaign, including endorsements from the Waxahachie Firefighters’ Association, Gov. Perry, Attorney General Abbott, Comptroller Combs, Texas Association of Business, Texas Department of Public Safety Officers Association, Texas Alliance for Life, Texas Right to Life, National Rifle Association, Texas State Rifle Association, Texas Association of REALTORS, and Ellis-Hill Association of REALTORS.

Pitts is a Waxahachie attorney.  He also owns the Ellis County Abstract and Title Company, is a director of Citizens National Bank in Waxahachie, and is a Director of Sims Library.  Pitts previously served as President of the Waxahachie Chamber of Commerce, President of the board of trustees of Presbyterian Children’s Services, and President of the Waxahachie Independent School District. He and his late wife Evelyn, have three children.

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