Our voice, our vote, our power: DC 37’s Political Action & Legislation Department advocates for the union’s legislative agenda, lobbies elected officials on the local, state, and federal levels to support or oppose legislation that significantly impacts our membership, and mobilizes members to get out the vote in support of pro-labor candidates.
Get Out The Vote
By voting, you are expressing to our elected officials the goals and desires you have for yourself, your family, and your union. If you choose not to vote, you are giving someone else the right to speak for you.
Political Endorsements
Which Candidates Does My Union Support?
For each election, the DC 37 Political Action Committee Chair and a screening committee of 15 Local presidents conduct candidate interviews and recommend political endorsements to the DC 37 Executive Board and DC 37 Delegates for a vote of approval.
Seeking DC 37’s endorsement?
Candidates for political office can contact the Political Action Department to request a candidate screening questionnaire.
Legislative Priorities
More questions about DC 37’s legislative priorities?
Contact DC 37 Political Action.
Get Involved
Looking to get involved in the union’s political process? There are many ways to participate and make your voice heard:
- Attend the monthly DC 37 Political Action Committee Meeting.
- Donate to PEOPLE.
- Attend DC 37 Lobby Days: the next Lobby Day is scheduled for March 3, 2026 in Albany. Sign up for DC 37’s Action Alerts to be notified of registration opening.
- Visit our federal representatives during a Congressional Lobby Visit in New York City.
- Share your testimony: your voice matters and our elected officials need to hear from you! Share your personal story on issues that impact you, your family, and your community.
- Become a Volunteer Member Organizer: The Political Action department hosts a VMO program twice a year to help educate fellow DC 37 members about upcoming elections.