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What’s a Precinct Committeeperson (PC)?
A Precinct Committeeperson (PC) acts as the vital link between the Indiana Democratic Party and the current and future Democrats in their precinct. PCs play a critical role in connecting people to the Democratic Party and ensuring the Party stays connected to the community.
As a PC, you'll take on key responsibilities, including:
Supporting voter engagement efforts in your precinct.
Communicating party initiatives to your neighbors.
Helping shape the future of the Party by participating in decision-making processes.
Why This Role is for You:
Ever thought, “How can I get more involved?” Becoming a PC is the perfect next step!
Here’s what you can do as a PC:
Caucus for Party Leadership: Participate in selecting the Hamilton County Democratic Party Chair.
Fill Vacancies: Vote in county caucuses to fill ballot vacancies or elected Democratic positions if needed.
Engage Your Community: Meet your neighbors, encourage voter turnout, and foster Democratic values.
Build Connections: Network with fellow Democrats by attending volunteer events, fundraisers, and other party gatherings.
Want to learn more? Check out the full list of PC responsibilities below.
How Do I Become a PC?
Appointed PCs:
Precinct Committeepersons can be appointed by the party. To be eligible to vote in the upcoming 2025 HamCo Dems Party Leadership election, you must be appointed as a PC by January 31, 2025.
Elected PCs:
PCs are also elected during the Primary Elections. If you’d like to run for PC in 2026:
Submit your candidacy form, CAN-37, to the County Election Office between December 2025 – January 31, 2026.
Your name will appear on the Primary ballot if the position is contested.
Ready to take the next step in making a difference? Becoming a PC is a great way to create change at the grassroots level while building relationships and strengthening the Democratic Party in Hamilton County.
Requirements.
Registered IN voter
Resides in precinct in which they are a candidate
Most recent primary vote was cast in a Democratic primary or has never voted in a primary and declares Party affiliation or
County Chair certifies Party affiliation
Submit CAN-37 form to county voter registration office
Per InDem rules, the duties of Precinct Officers (1) Inside his or her precinct, the precinct committeeperson’s duties include:
(A) Polling residents;
(B) Registering voters;
(C) Maintaining a current poll list of voters;
(D) Identifying and assisting absentee voters to register;
(E) Promoting Party candidates;
(F) Operating an election day organization;
(G) Encouraging voting by persons preferring Democratic Party candidates;
(H) Recommending persons for the precinct election board;
(I) Recruiting volunteers for the Party;
(J) Attending training and other party-building activities sponsored by State Committee;
(K) Reporting periodically on the state of the Party to the county chair or his or her