Phase II – Become FamiliarLearn the basics of becoming a Committee Member. |
| Step | Description | Details |
| 1 | Interact: County GOP  |
If possible and your county leadership is welcoming: * Attend a meeting * Meet other committee members * Volunteer |
| 2 | Research: Questions |
* Who are the (2) representatives for your precinct/district? * Is there a vacancy? * Who are all the (Republican) Committee Members in your county? (FOIL Request) * Do you recognize the names? Note vacancies. (Example from BOE) * When is the next petition cycle? (Political Calendar) * What are the (Republican) bylaws for my county? (Example from BOE) * What is a Designating Petition Form? (Example) * How many signatures do you need? (5% of active registered party voters) * What is a walk list? (Example from BOE) * Can the BOE provide a map? It may be provided with walk list. (Example from BOE) * US Map/boundaries of election districts/precincts in US. (Work in Progress) * Advanced: What are you state election laws for becoming a committee member? (Example: NYS Election Law, Example: NY Codes Rules & Regulations) |
| 3 | Research: Answers  |
* Precinct Project USA may have a designated leader for your state who can provide info (Click here) * Identify/review your county/state Board of Elections’ website. * Call them. Ask. * FOIL information ( “Freedom of Information Law”) from your county or state BOE. * AI (artificial intelligence) tools like Grok can help, too! |
| 4 | Interact: Your Neighbors  |
* Become more familiar with your neighbors. * Develop relationships. * Take the time to reach out to others personally to share information about committee membership and representation (such as a handout). * Ask them what their concerns are. This will begin to strengthen trust. Your efforts and genuine interest in the community will be recognized and reassuring. It will encourage others to be more involved too. |