What is NFFE 1998?
Who Represents NFFE Local 1998?

Passport Specialist
Philadelphia, PA
Lee’s career at the Department of State started in 2007 as a Passport Specialist at the Philadelphia Passport Agency. In 2010 Lee became a member of NFFE1998 and unexpectedly won the role of Senior Steward at the Philadelphia Passport Agency that same year. Three years later Lee ran for the NFFE1998 National Recording Secretary position and lost. But fortunately, there was an open Trustee position that Lee was able to fill in order to stay involved at the National Level. The year 2016 saw Lee again seeking the vote of his fellow members for the NFFE1998 National Recording Secretary position. But alas, once again it was not meant to be. Fortunately, Lee was able to stay involved at the National Level as a part of the National Collective Bargaining Agreement Team. As we know things are never static within the ranks of NFFE1998. In 2018 Lee was appointed to the position of Recording Secretary to finish the term of the National Recording Secretary as the recording secretary was moving on to a new role within the department. The year 2019 brought an unexpected change to the President and Vice President positions for NFFE1998. And with that Lee was promoted to the position of Vice President and then President for the remainder of the year. And it is with great pleasure to say that the most recent NFFE1998 election found Lee carrying enough votes to become your President until 2022.

Passport Specialist
Charleston, CA (CPC)
More information to come
Ryan Gallerani
Passport Specialist
Dallas, TX
I am excited to represent NFFE1998 as their Secretary-Treasurer! I have over 7 years of experience working in passports and 3 as a Union Representative. Prior to that, I worked in a bank and spent over 2 years Morocco with the Peace Corps. In the Peace Corps I created and ran multiple summer camps, environmental projects, and other events with the Ministry of Youth and Sports. I am happily married and have an amazing 2 year old daughter and 1 more on the way. My wife is an Auditor at a financial institution so I am already expected to meet a high standard regarding my book keeping. We have 2 rescue animals, 1 Pitbull mix and 1 cat. I am a graduate of Baylor University with a double major in history and philosophy, so critical thinking is a constant for me. I regularly commission fantasy football leagues and apply my excellent clerical skills to this pastime as well. I have a vast knowledge of films, but my favorite genre is science fiction. My wife has informed me that I am a nerd, but in an endearing way… I think.
Jessica Percifull
Passport Specialist
El Paso, TX
I am excited to be appointed as the Acting Recording Secretary for NFFE 1998. I started with Passport Services in October 2019 after moving to El Paso, TX. My experience with the Union began during the Covid-19 pandemic when I was appointed as Acting Senior Steward in El Paso. Upon return of the Senior Steward, I was then appointed as Trustee, as well as Webmaster of the NFFE 1998 Website. I recently attended the Leadership 1 course at the William W. Winpisinger Center in May 2022 and look forward to using the knowledge I learned. I have been with the Department of State since 2015. Prior to Passport Services I worked at the U.S. Embassy in Prague, U.S. Consulate in Lagos, and the U.S. Embassy in Tashkent. I have been a military spouse for 18 years and have 2 amazing son’s, 17 and 12 years old. We also have a 4 y/o Hungarian Vizsla who I enjoy running with. I’m currently working on my Project Management Certificate from Syracuse University. I have a Master of Arts in Teaching and Bachelor of Science in Biology and Forensic Chemistry. I also enjoy CrossFit and have my level 1 certificate. I have a love of learning and a background in Training and Development. My family and I also enjoy traveling all over the world, but you can often find me cheering my oldest on the Track or my youngest on the Soccer field.
Vacant – Local Stewards will complete 1 month rotations through this position until the newly elected 2023 President appoints the position.