Candidate filing begins May 6
Running for office?
Filing period May 6-10, 2024
Online: May 6th beginning at 8:00am and must be submitted by 5:00pm on May 10th. The online form will be available here: https://clark.wa.gov/elections/
In person: 1408 Franklin Street, Vancouver
In-person filings beginning at 8 am on Monday, May 6th through 5 pm, Friday, May 10th
By mail: Clark County Elections, PO Box 8815, Vancouver, WA 98666
Mail filings accepted starting April 22nd through May 10th, however, they will be held and not processed until the beginning of candidate filing week.
2024 Precinct Committee Officer - Candidate Filing Information
During the 2024 candidate filing period, Declaration of Candidacy forms will be accepted for the 355 Democratic and 355 Republican Precinct Committee Officer positions for the Primary being held on August 6, 2024.
To file a declaration of candidacy with the County Auditor, you must declare membership of a major political party on your candidate filing form and you must be registered to vote in the precinct in which you file. Once elected in the Primary, the Precinct Committee Officer shall serve as long as they remain an eligible voter within the precinct (RCW 29A.80.041).
The term of office for Precinct Committee Officer is two years, commencing the first day of December following the Primary (RCW 29A.80.051)
Washington State Convention - here we come!
Congratulations to endorsed WAGOP candidates: Semi Bird, Governor; Raul Garcia, U.S. Senate; Matt Hawkins, Auditor; Dale Whitaker, Secretary of State; Pete Serrano, Attorney General; Sue Kuehl Pederson, Commissioner of Public Lands; David Olson, Superintendent of Public Instruction. CD3 candidate Joe Kent.
CCRP submitted photos.
More Information on WSRP Endorsed and Recommended Candidates
2024 WA State Legislator Scorecards
The Freedom Index has released it's 2024 WA State Legislator Scorecards - Based on the Principles of the U.S. Constitution.
Our CCRP bylaws mandate our support for Republican candidates who align with our core values and party platform.
Congratulations go to Senator Mike Padden from District SD-004 for achieving a perfect 100% score in the 2023-2024 legislative session, building on his previous flawless rating in the 2021-2022 term.
While some legislators excelled, others fell short of expectations. This variance prompts us to initiate open dialogues to address any discrepancies and enhance representation.
Reflecting on the scores, it becomes evident that there are opportunities for growth and improvement within our political landscape. Evaluating the performance of elected officials against our party's standards allows us to hold them accountable and encourages a culture of transparency and accountability in governance. As constituents, it is crucial for us to engage in discussions and feedback mechanisms that promote better alignment between our representatives and the values we hold dear.
Are these ratings satisfactory to you? Did your elected representative truly advocate for your interests? Do you know someone who may do a better job? Perhaps yourself? Contact the CCRP Candidate Vetting Committee and find out what it takes to be a candidate and truly represent We the People.
An important note from the CCRP Platform Chair
An important note from the CCRP Platform Chair
First off, it has been an honor to serve as CCRP Platform Chair. The volunteers on the committee were a delight to work with. My only regret was that we were limited on time.
In the debate on the floor regarding “shall” and “should” the body decided that we should use “shall” where it was intended to require some action. After the Convention, I was working with Ann Makar to implement those changes. I thought it would be good to look up the definitions for “shall”, “should”, and “must” to make sure I was using the most appropriate word for each situation. Much to my surprise, I discovered this:
Clark County Republican Convention Concludes
The Clark County Washington Republicans gathered on March 16 for the Clark County Republican Convention, during which they elected 155 delegates to the Washington State convention, ratified the party Core Principles, and solidified the official Party Platform. The event, which took place at the Clark County Event Center, drew hundreds of attendees who were eager to engage in the democratic process and show their support for the party. WSRP Chairman Jim Walsh said it was the best organized County Convention he has been to throughout the state. The meeting was marked by the presence of several prominent candidates, including the endorsed candidate for Governor, Semi Bird, and endorsed candidate for U.S. House Washington District 3 candidate, Joe Kent. Former Senator Don Benton also took the stage to advocate for Donald Trump's presidential run in 2024, in his capacity as the Washington State Director of Trump for President 2024.
Read More →Why do I have to declare I am a Republican on the outside of my ballot?
For your vote to count, you must vote for one candidate from the political party you marked on your envelope. If you do not indicate your party, your vote will not be counted. Your party selection will be removed from your voter record 60 days after certification of the Presidential Primary.
Read More →Why are there candidates on my ballot who have dropped out of the race?
The reason there are candidates on your ballot who have dropped out of the race is due to state law requirements. In Washington, the primary roster had to be finalized by early January to allow for the printing and mailing of ballots.
Read More →Nov 7 Winners
Congratulations!*
November 7, 2023 General & Special Election CCRP Endorsed Candidates
*Votes will be certified 11/28/2023 Aprox 1000 ballots left to count | Results
Victoria Ferrer
Battle Ground City Council
Eric Overholser
Battle Ground City Council
Myrna Leija
La Center City Council
Gary Wilson
Evergreen School Board
Clark County Fair 2023
The Republican booth at the Clark County Fair was a tremendous success! We were thrilled to have an enthusiastic team of volunteers and a fantastic turnout of visitors. We have received numerous photos from the event, and we invite you to enjoy them here.
Gala with Matt Gaetz and Joe Kent
A 1920s Themed Fundraiser for Joe Kent featuring Matt Gaetz was held July 1, 2023 in Lake Tapps.
Chair Bumala asks: What do you consider to be "moderate"?
Date 6/22/2023 10:25:18 AM
Subject Media inquiry
Hello,
My name is Carlos Fuentes and I’m a reporter with The Columbian. I’m writing a story on Marie Gluesenkamp Perez and some of the headlines she has been making for sticking to moderate/independent ideas, and was wondering if anyone from Clark County Republicans would like to comment. My deadline is today at 5 p.m
Thank you,
Carlos
I did reply by 5 p.m. The story didn't contain a word of my comments. You can read them below.