
Kimberly Overman

Kimberly Overman
FL-12 Democratic nominee?
Primary Election
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Overview
Current roleCommissioner
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyProgressive Democrat
GenderFemale
LocationFlorida
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BackgroundPolitician (former Hillsborough County commissioner)
EducationUniversity of Maryland (B.S., Agricultural Resource Economics)
Notable personal detailsKimberly Overman is a Democratic candidate for the U.S. House in Florida’s 12th Congressional District in the 2026 election cycle. She previously served on the Hillsborough County Commission and has worked professionally as a Certified Financial Planner. She entered the 2026 congressional race after previously running in Florida’s 15th Congressional District.
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports using targeted local tax increases to fund public infrastructure and transit investments and has advocated placing a county sales surtax (a “penny tax”) referendum on the ballot to pay for transportation needs. Has framed such tax measures as necessary to secure matching federal funds, create jobs, and address transportation shortfalls.
Healthcare
Supports lowering prescription drug costs, expanding coverage with emphasis on mental health, and protecting access to reproductive services. Advocates making healthcare more affordable and accessible so people do not have to choose between medical care and basic needs.
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Abortion & Reproductive Rights
The candidate supports restoring and protecting the right to abortion and access to reproductive care, and says these decisions should be made by individuals rather than politicians.
Climate & Energy
Supports transitioning to renewable energy and has opposed converting local power infrastructure to additional fossil fuel use, advocating investment in solar and other clean energy resources. Positions emphasize reducing carbon emissions and prioritizing renewable development over new fossil-fuel investments.
Public Safety & Guns
The candidate has participated in pro-gun-safety events and criticized local officials who opposed proposed gun control measures, indicating support for expanded gun-safety regulations while operating within mainstream Democratic positions. Public remarks tie her to the March For Our Lives/Town Hall for Our Lives movement and local Democratic proposals for gun regulation.
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Latest report: Cycle 20262026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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