Francis Rexford Cooley is a Republican State Representative for Connecticut's 22nd House District, which includes Plainville, Southington, and Farmington. Born in Hartford, Connecticut, he graduated from Farmington High School and worked his way through the University of Colorado as a short order cook. He has served in the Connecticut General Assembly, where he has testified on legislation such as HB-05290 and advocated against "catch and release" policies in criminal justice. Notable positions include supporting arts and culture initiatives, as indicated in his response to a 2024 legislative candidate survey on the Arts, Culture, and Tourism Caucus. He has also fought to repeal certain policies.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Farmington High School graduate; attended University of Colorado, funding his studies through work as a short order cook.
• Political Experience: Candidate for and elected to the Connecticut House of Representatives, 22nd District ; active in legislative committees and public safety advocacy.