A precinct committeeman is the grassroots of the Republican Party.  It is also a good place to start for people interested in running for political office.

 

What is a Precinct Committeeman?

A city, town, or county is divided into precincts, each consisting of a voting place. When a person casts their vote in person, they go to their local precinct to cast their vote.

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Responsibilities of a Precinct Committeeman

• Get Out The Vote (GOTV)

• Distribute Campaign Literature

• Attend Unit Meetings

• Assist in Voter Registration

• Help Elect Republican Candidates

• Provide Voter Education

• Vote for Precinct Committee Chairman

• Other

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How to Become a Precinct Committeeman

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Meet the Legal Requirements

• Must be a United States citizen.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Must be a registered voter of the precinct.

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Get on the Ballot-by the dead line date of the primary

1.  Form of Petition. Fill out the Precinct Committeeman Primary Petition 

2.  Circulate Petitions.

Term is for 2 years

 

HELPFUL TIP: Be the first to sign your Petition! You can both sign (as a registered voter) and circulate your own Precinct Committeeman Primary Petition.

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3.  Meet the Signature Requirements. Petitions must contain the valid signatures of a minimum of 10primary electors (registered voters) of the Republican Party in the precinct in which you are running.

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HELPFUL TIP: We recommend getting at least twice the minimum number of signatures required.

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4. File Nominating Papers. 

Precinct Committeeman Primary Petitions (Must be numbered, bound, and notarized)

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5.  Along with: Statement of Candidacy Form, Loyalty Oath Form

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