Dallas County Republican Party Logo Usage Policy
Effective Date: July 6, 2026
Last Updated: July 6, 2026
The official Dallas County Republican Party (“DCRP”) logo and all related trademarks are the exclusive intellectual property of the Dallas County Republican Party.
Authorization Required
Any use of the DCRP logo by precinct chairs, candidates, volunteers, vendors, or any other individual or organization requires prior written approval from the DCRP Permanent Chair (or his designee). This includes, but is not limited to, yard signs, digital graphics, social media posts, flyers, banners, apparel, buttons, websites, and any other promotional or marketing materials.
Political Advertising Disclosure
All authorized materials using the DCRP logo that qualify as political advertisements under Chapter 255 of the Texas Election Code and/or the rules adopted by the Texas Ethics Commission must contain all required disclosure language, including the following: “Political advertisement paid for by the Dallas County Republican Party.” In addition, to the extent that such advertising materials are also sponsored by or are for the use or benefit of a candidate’s campaign, the materials must contain the required candidate disclosure that includes “Paid for by [the candidate’s full name and/or campaign’s full name and the name of the candidate’s appointed treasurer.]”
Prohibited Uses
The DCRP logo may not be used in any manner:
- Without the prior written approval of the DCRP Chairman
- That implies official Party endorsement without the prior written approval of the DCRP Chairman
- That represents or implies a position or value of the DCRP that has not been specifically approved in writing prior to publication by the DCRP Chairman
- That is derogatory to or critical of another Republican or conservative including without limitation any Republican elected official
- That misrepresents or mischaracterizes any platform or principal of the Republican Party of Texas or the Republican National Committee
Requests for Approval
To request use of the logo, please submit your proposed design and intended use to the DCRP Chair at least 72 hours in advance. Approval is at the sole discretion of the DCRP Chair.
Consequences of Unauthorized Use
Unauthorized use of the DCRP logo may result in a demand to immediately cease and desist, removal of materials at the user’s expense, and possible disciplinary action by the County Executive Committee, up to and including censure or removal from Party positions.
By using the DCRP logo, you agree to abide by this policy. Questions regarding logo usage should be directed to the DCRP Chair.