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.
Each precinct has at least 1 GOP precinct committeeman. The precinct committeeman represents the GOP in that precinct. All of the precinct committeemen within the city or county (unit) are members of the unit committee. In Virginia, for example, there are 132 unit committees throughout the state. The position of Precinct Committeeman is either elected or appointed.
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.
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
How to Become a Precinct Committeeman
A precinct committeeman is an elected position. The typical requirements are that you are a registered voter in the precinct for which you want to be a committeeman, you request a committeeman form from the precinct chairman, gather a number of signatures, return the completed form, and then you are voted on for the position. Often these positions are uncontested. If you are applying when an upcoming election is not scheduled, you may be appointed to the position.
For More Information
- Some state GOP’s have links to local committees, but most don’t. Contact the state office for info if local info not available.
- For a list of state GOP websites visit: https://ConservativeActionCenter.com/library/GOP
- Dan Shultz’s Precinct Project website: https://theprecinctproject.wordpress.com/
I am from Northeastern Pennsylvania, a Pro-Life Republican who is sickened by the last election, and the manifestations of past stolen elections in our area. I would like to help in any way I can. I am also in the same general area of the owner of GAB (he lives in Clarks Summit, I am about 10 miles away in Dunmore-very close to Scranton, Pa. – please don’t confuse that with Biden enthusiasts!). If we are able to enlist the help of GAB, especially in this area, we certainly could Stop the Steal. Unfortunately, I do not know him, but he is a Trump enthusiast. On GAB, I go by the name of Tess208@aol.com. I would like to help in anyway I can-I am older, so people may not be as suspicious as perhaps they should! I am an experienced Pro-Life Protester. Thank you.
Patti, here’s the info for Lackawanna County Republican party. Contact them and they can answer your questions. http://www.pagop.org/about/counties/lackawanna-county/
Thanks for being involved.
I am disabled I’m in a wheel chair. Can I become a precinct commityman? I live in Vancouver, Washington. I want to help somehow.
Dave, your best bet would be to call the state Republican party at (425) 460-0570. Here’s their website, but they don’t have info on Precinct Committeemen listed. https://wsrp.org/. You also might check with Dan Shultz https://theprecinctproject.wordpress.com/. He has the video from when he was on Bannon’s War Room and a lot of info about becoming a Precinct Committeeman. You can post a question at the bottom of his page if you need more info. Thanks for being willing to help.
Go for it, David. I’m 74 and giving it serious thought myself. Everyone needs to do what they can to save the country.
is this different than a delegate? I served as a delegate for one term but I did not like it. it was dog eat dog and that’s not for me. I am a very positive person, a great speaker and a real people person. I am a conservative Republican living in south Lyon Michigan and I want to do whatever I can to make sure that we take back the house and senate and stop the madness!
Amy, your best bet would be to call the state GOP at (517) 487-5413. The Michigan GOP website lists county chairs but doesn’t list contact info for them. Also you might check out Dan Shultz’s Precinct Project website: https://theprecinctproject.wordpress.com/.
I live in Stafford, VA and have had enough. Watching this election being stolen from the American people right in front of our eyes, and the establishment uniparty RINOs being in on it, made me sick to my stomach. How can I get in my local precinct to get rid of the RINOs?
Richard, here’s the website for all the Virginia city and county GOP offices. https://virginia.gop/find-your-local-gop/
You also can check out Dan Schultz’s Precinct Project website: https://theprecinctproject.wordpress.com/
Hi, I live in Onondaga County, NY state. I have been an election inspector since 2016. I’m disgusted with the 2020 stolen election. Not happy with Congressman Katko, either. Any suggestions on where I can help? Audrey Clark, Skaneateles, NY
You might try contacting the NY GOP. The NY GOP website doesn’t list local contacts, so you need to contact the state office and ask them who you should contact locally. https://nygop.org/get-involved/
Good luck.
NJ seeking precinct committeeman- assuming to reach out to local GOP- I don’t see info online?
Thanks so much,
Sue
Try this: https://www.njgop.org/leadership/counties/
If that doesn’t get you to the right person, you need to contact the state GOP. Try
Contact at the NJ GOP: https://www.njgop.org/contact/
How about for Newton, Massachusetts? Thanks
Try this: https://massgop.com/our-party/local/
I need help. I contacted the Republican County Chair and they don’t know what a precinct committeeman is …
Andrew, I have a couple of suggestions.
Here’s the link for all the state GOPs. https://conservativeactioncenter.com/library/GOP/
Find your state and see if they list the local districts and if the districts have the info about becoming a precinct chairman on their site. Sometimes it’s on the state GOP site and a lot of time it is on neither.
If you can’t find the specific info on the state or local site, try contacting Dan Schultz (coldwarrior@gmail.com). Dan is the originator of the idea of taking over the Party by becoming precinct chairmen. His website is: https://theprecinctproject.wordpress.com/
Good luck.
I’m in Downtown Phoenix, Arizona area “Turney” to be exact. Any information about that area?
Tim, here’s the link for Maricopa County GOP. Try contacting them.
https://maricopagop.org/district-chairmen/
Be careful, that is a swamp. I am in Tucson, and our state is BAD. Did you see what the legislature just passed this past Thursday?
Contact therightlanenetwork@gmail.com, and they will make sure you get seated.
I live in Cape May County in New Jersey and I would like to apply for Precinct committee men and I left an email with the GOP website but I don’t know what to do from this point and I would love some help thank you
Samantha, try contacting them via this form if you haven’t already- https://www.cmcgop.com/contact/
If still no success, try contacting Dan Schultz (coldwarrior@gmail.com). Dan is the originator of the idea of taking over the Party by becoming precinct chairmen. His website is: https://theprecinctproject.wordpress.com/
Hi i have reacjed put to moat of the committeeman and no pne is replying back our county is small and i guess u have to be somebody to get what u want which i dont thinkis fair i teally wanna ne the voice for younger people and im kust being ignored any advice its capemay county btw
I would contact the NJ GOP and explain the problem.
https://www.njgop.org/contact/
The other option is to contact Dan Schultz (coldwarrior@gmail.com). Explain the problem to him and maybe he has a good contact for you.
Keep me posted. Good luck.
I’m in western PA, and I’m interested in all the information/contact you have. Thanks
Justin, go to http://www.pagop.org/about/counties/ and select your county. There should be a phone number and email address available there.
Looking to get connected with local committee men in SC . I am in York county and want to get involved in some capacity. My email is gtakawe@yahoo.com
Thanks
York County
Chairman – Ben Ignatowicz
State Executive Committeeman – Margarett Blackwell
Your best bet is to contact the state GOP and ask them how to contact someone in your county. The below url has a form and a phone number.
https://www.sc.gop/get-in-touch/
Moved to Las Vegas. Signed up for membership to Clark County Republican Party. My name and 100’s of others that signed up were not noted on list of new members to be voted in on scheduled meeting. They postponed the last meeting claiming Proud Boy threats. The current CCRP leadership are anti-Trump and not acknowledging voter fraud. They are using selective membership to control their anti-American agenda.
I don’t have any contact to help. You might try contacting Adam Laxalt who is likely to run for Senate and is a strong Trump supporter.
Hi Wendy,
My husband also tried to do what you are doing and he said he could not find anything on Clark county website. He said it seemed like they are intentionally not allowing new people in to be precinct committeeman. He is so busy with work he has me tasked to find out where he can go. Can you please email me at jennifer.silletto@gmail.com so that we can work together? I sent an email to moreinfo@clarkgop.org and left a VM today but don’t know if I will hear back.
Massachusetts resident I am a Granmother very interested in working in my State . All the Peaple in my district are Democrats and Liberal’s and when I go into to vote ‘ I’m treated like I’m not welcome and they almost throw the ballot at me ‘ except the 2020 election they all were smiling at me ? when done voting I called my daughter told her after 16years of voting they were all happy and it creeped me out ‘ because they new they were stealing the election ,that’s why they were smiling . I would love to help any way possible , please help me with what to do Thank you Republican
Thanks for wanting to help. The best contact info I have for MA is https://massgop.com/connect/. Contact them and ask how to become a precinct committeeman in your county.
I live in Jasper County Iowa and have tried to get info on becoming Precinct Committeemen and sent emails have not received a response. If you could give me some direction, I would like to get involved.
Thank You
Carole, this page has a phone number.
https://www.iowagop.org/contact
I am a registered i dependent but am very conservative. I follow God, Jesus Christ not a particular Political affiliation. Can I become a precinct committeeman or do I need to change my registration?
There are positions you might do as an independent, but I don’t believe a precinct committeeman is one of them. Use this link to find your state Republican Party and see if there is a link to your county Republican party. Either contact your local or state Republican Party and ask them. https://conservativeactioncenter.com/library/GOP/
I just listened to Dan on Brannon’s WarRoom. I am in Green Lake Wisconsin and huge MAGA Trump supporter. I went to 5 of his rallies in 2015-16 and have 2 verified millennials who are influencers with millions of followers. I want to because more education and become a precinct committeeman in Green Lake Wisconsin. Do I simply go to a meeting or do I have a specific person to contact? I also will get my MAGA conservative church members to fill PC spots in their homes all over Wisconsin.
Try searching this page and find a contact.
https://wisgop.org/
I’m in Clark County, Nevada (Las Vegas), and I attempted to attend the Clark County Republican Central Committee (CCRCC) meeting in July, but non-members were not allowed in – despite their bi-laws requiring that we attend two meetings before we can become a member. There were hundreds there like me. The CCRCC called the police on us – it was ridiculous. Everyone was peaceful.
I paid my $25 processing fee and mailed my application to their headquarters (certified return receipt requested), but they never signed for the mail and it was returned to me.
Any suggestions? The CCRCC has gone dark. It seems they’re meeting in secret. The kicker is… Wayne Allyn Root is a member.
I don’t know how to connect with others or what to do next. Thank you for what you’re doing.
I would call him on his radio program and ask him. Sorry, but that’s the best I’ve got. You could contact the RNC.
Hello, I’m a member of NLA and have read some of Dan Schultz’s materials on filling precinct vacancies. I recently moved to Loudoun County Virginia which is purple. The GOP here is mostly rino so I’m trying to go through the back door to see what I can find out. If you have any information on what’s open and how to slay the tiger I’d be grateful. God bless you.
I remember when Loudon County was the Conservation bastion of N VA.
All I have is a link to their website. https://virginia.gop/find-your-local-gop/
Thanks, is there a way to see if the committeeman position is filled? Given the landscape I suspect I’ll get a lot of smoke and no substance. From what I’m reading from others and even from Dan’s materials they can play the game of subterfuge with no recourse.
What I would do is try to find a Republican officeholder to help you.
I am a new resident to Hamblen County TN. My precinct is Fairview Margauritte District 6 precinct 1. I desire to be involved and fill a seat/vacancy. Any information, advice or tutelage you can offer that would/could mitigate mistakes in the pursuit of obtaining a position would be most appreciated.
David, the Tennessee GOP website doesn’t list local GOP offices, so your best bet is to contact the state office either by phone or email.
https://www.tngop.org/about
Who would I speak to? What would I ask for?
Hi David, I’m in Washington County (Johnson City). Have you been able to get involved in your local precinct? I’m trying to figure this out myself. Please give me a call or text at 865-748-7008, I’d love to chat. America First! Dan Springer
Hi – I want to help do something. I have been writing my representatives from Texas on all issues that concern me. I am sickened seeing what is happening to America – especially the brainwashing of our children. I don’t do well at speaking and am timid. What would you suggest I do as a super conservative Texan?
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I’m 75 , a Vietnam vet, a true America First Conservative !!! I reside in Northamptn Co, PA I’m just beginning my search to become a precinct committee person. So far I believe I’ve contacted the rite person! She was extremely personable, knowledgeable and we are going to meet next week. I will share any helpful info from her as to how this process works, in a step by step format. I’m hoping it will be useful to all, after reading the previous comments. I’ll keep you posted on any progress !
Thanks, Gene. Any information you can share would be helpful.
I want to become a committeeman. I am from Monroe County PA. The links posted are terrible and outdated. One is referring to the 2018 election as if it were still about to happen. Even the facebook pages are not kept updated. You would think a democrat was running them. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you
Helen, these are the county officers and an email link.
https://www.monroecountygop.com/officers
Thank you. I already signed up with that link. It’s not very useful or informative
Who do I contact to be a committeemen in Helena Montana?
Here’s a link to a form where you can ask and it also has a phone number. These are for the state office, but they should be able to tell you who to contact. https://mtgop.org/contact/
Tomorrow is the last day to sign up for Precinct Committee Person (PCP) in our county in Oregon. I do not feel good about it, although I want to help. I sense the hate and stepping on toes in politics, that I was happy to leave in workplaces. I retired 3 years ago and my last job was driving a truck, and I guess I’m just not ready. I’m not really a people person anyway, and hate the atmosphere of discord, manipulation, tricks and lies in politics. I look on the state website for political stuff and am further discouraged due to the cold, intimidation and confusion of it all. I’ve been encouraged by a couple friends in the republican party to sign on, but I am afraid to bite off more than I can chew, so I guess I won’t be signing up to the be on the ballot. Maybe another time when I feel more competent and know what I’m doing.
Maybe apply to be a poll watcher instead. Or you could just work in your neighborhood to get out the vote.
How do I get involved in CT? Is it by city, county or state?
Start here: http://ct.gop/rtc/
I am in Jefferson County in Louisville, KY. I want to put my name in the hat for commiteeman. How do I go about it?
Thanks,
Scott van Outer
http://rpk.org/localgop/jefferson
Clarifying question. Two precinct persons per 1000 (one man and one woman) an additional two with ANY increment over a thousand. So if a precinct had a total of 2304 registered voters– that would be 3 men and 3 women correct??
Is this the correct interpretation?
I think it could be interpreted 2 ways:
1) The way you interpreted it.
2) 1 man and 1 woman for the 1st thousand and then any combination of men/women for the rest. Note it only specifies one man/one woman for the 1st thousand.
The intent may have been 1 man and 1 woman for each thousand or increment, but it wasn’t clearly written.