Kimberly Overman
Kimberly Overman (Democratic Party) is running for election to the U.S. House to represent Florida's 12th Congressional District. She is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. She advanced from the Democratic primary on August 18, 2026.
Overman (Democratic Party) also ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Florida's 15th Congressional District. She did not appear on the ballot for the Democratic primary on August 18, 2026.
Overman (Democratic Party) was a member of the Hillsborough County Board of Commissioners in Florida, representing District 7. She assumed office in 2018. She left office on November 22, 2022.
Overman completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Kimberly Overman was born in New York, New York. She earned a high school diploma from Woodrow Wilson High School, a bachelor's degree from the University of Maryland in 1981, and additional education from the College of Financial Planning in 1988. Overman is a former Hillsborough County Commissioner and longtime Tampa Bay resident for more than 40 years. Her professional experience is in financial planning and civic leadership, having previously held the Certified Financial Planner professional designation, which she retired upon leaving private practice. From 2018 to 2022, Kimberly served as a Hillsborough County Commissioner (District 7, at‑large).[1]
Elections
2026
U.S. House Florida District 12
See also: Florida's 12th Congressional District election, 2026
Florida's 12th Congressional District election, 2026 (August 18 Democratic primary)
Florida's 12th Congressional District election, 2026 (August 18 Republican primary)
General election
The candidate list in this election may not be complete.
General election for U.S. House Florida District 12
Incumbent Gus M. Bilirakis, Kimberly Overman, and Branden Scrivener are running in the general election for U.S. House Florida District 12 on November 3, 2026.
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 | Gus M. Bilirakis (R) | |
 | Kimberly Overman (D)  | |
 | Branden Scrivener (No Party Affiliation) | |
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for U.S. House Florida District 12
Kimberly Overman defeated Darren McAuley in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Florida District 12 on August 18, 2026.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Kimberly Overman | 52.7 | 21,667 |
 | Darren McAuley | 47.3 | 19,450 | |
| Total votes: 41,117 | |||
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Republican primary election
The Republican primary election was canceled. Incumbent Gus M. Bilirakis advanced from the Republican primary for U.S. House Florida District 12.
Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Samantha June (R)
Endorsements
Kimberly Overman received the following endorsements. To send us additional endorsements, click here.
U.S. House Florida District 15
See also: Florida's 15th Congressional District election, 2026
Florida's 15th Congressional District election, 2026 (August 18 Democratic primary)
Florida's 15th Congressional District election, 2026 (August 18 Republican primary)
General election
The candidate list in this election may not be complete.
General election for U.S. House Florida District 15
Incumbent Laurel Lee, Robert People, and Angie Boone are running in the general election for U.S. House Florida District 15 on November 3, 2026.
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 | Laurel Lee (R) | |
 | Robert People (D) | |
| Angie Boone (No Party Affiliation) (Write-in) | ||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for U.S. House Florida District 15
Robert People defeated Christopher Irizarry in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Florida District 15 on August 18, 2026.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Robert People | 53.7 | 22,149 |
 | Christopher Irizarry | 46.3 | 19,135 | |
| Total votes: 41,284 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Kimberly Overman (D)
- Jose Engell (D)
Republican primary election
The Republican primary election was canceled. Incumbent Laurel Lee advanced from the Republican primary for U.S. House Florida District 15.
Endorsements
Kimberly Overman received the following endorsements. To send us additional endorsements, click here.
2022
See also: Municipal elections in Hillsborough County, Florida (2022)
General election
General election for Hillsborough County Board of Commissioners District 7 At-large
Joshua Wostal defeated incumbent Kimberly Overman in the general election for Hillsborough County Board of Commissioners District 7 At-large on November 8, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Joshua Wostal (R) | 52.4 | 246,947 |
| Kimberly Overman (D) | 47.6 | 224,530 | |
| Total votes: 471,477 | |||
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Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled. Incumbent Kimberly Overman advanced from the Democratic primary for Hillsborough County Board of Commissioners District 7 At-large.
Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Sonja Brookins (D)
Republican primary election
Republican primary for Hillsborough County Board of Commissioners District 7 At-large
Joshua Wostal defeated Chase Harrison in the Republican primary for Hillsborough County Board of Commissioners District 7 At-large on August 23, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Joshua Wostal | 50.6 | 43,013 |
 | Chase Harrison | 49.4 | 41,999 | |
| Total votes: 85,012 | |||
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2018
General election
General election for Hillsborough County Board of Commissioners District 7 At-large
Kimberly Overman defeated Todd Marks and Kim O'Connor in the general election for Hillsborough County Board of Commissioners District 7 At-large on November 6, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Kimberly Overman (D) | 53.3 | 268,635 |
 | Todd Marks (R) | 44.5 | 224,133 | |
 | Kim O'Connor (G) | 2.2 | 11,115 | |
| Total votes: 503,883 (100.00% precincts reporting) | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Hillsborough County Board of Commissioners District 7 At-large
Kimberly Overman defeated Ray Chiaramonte, Sky White, and Mark Nash in the Democratic primary for Hillsborough County Board of Commissioners District 7 At-large on August 28, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Kimberly Overman | 40.8 | 44,467 |
| Ray Chiaramonte | 25.2 | 27,475 | ||
| Sky White | 17.8 | 19,371 | ||
| Mark Nash | 16.1 | 17,550 | ||
| Total votes: 108,863 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Hillsborough County Board of Commissioners District 7 At-large
Todd Marks defeated Aakash Patel in the Republican primary for Hillsborough County Board of Commissioners District 7 At-large on August 28, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Todd Marks | 67.7 | 59,488 |
| Aakash Patel | 32.3 | 28,430 | ||
| Total votes: 87,918 | |||
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Campaign themes
2026
U.S. House Florida District 12
Ballotpedia survey responses
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Kimberly Overman completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Overman's responses.
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My career has been grounded in results. In public office, I built a record of fiscal responsibility, transparency, and delivering outcomes by balancing budgets, improving services, and making government more accountable. Before serving as County Commissioner, I worked with individuals and small businesses to navigate financial challenges and build long-term stability. I’m a grandmother raising my grandson after caring for my adult son following a traumatic brain injury until his passing in 2023. That experience shaped my understanding of how government decisions affect families. I’m running for Congress in Florida’s 12th District because too many families feel overlooked by leaders who have been in office for years without delivering meaningful progress, and by candidates who lack the experience needed to handle Florida's complex challenges. I offer a different approach rooted in practical problem-solving, financial expertise, and a commitment to putting people ahead of politics.
I will focus on lowering costs for families, protecting access to healthcare, defending voting rights, and restoring trust in government through transparency, accountability, and real results.- I’m Kimberly Overman, a former Hillsborough County Commissioner, small business owner, and retired financial advisor with more than 30 years of experience helping families plan for their financial futures. My record reflects fiscal responsibility, transparency, and delivering results by balancing budgets, improving services, and holding government accountable. I’m running for Congress to bring practical problem-solving, financial expertise, and a clear focus on lowering costs for families, protecting access to healthcare, and restoring trust in public service by delivering real results for families.
- Families in Florida’s 12th District are facing rising healthcare, housing, and insurance costs, yet too many still lack real solutions that make a difference in their daily lives. I bring a different approach grounded in experience, accountability, and results. My priorities are clear: lowering costs for families, protecting access to healthcare, strengthening Social Security and Medicare, and supporting caregivers. I will focus on practical solutions that reflect the realities families face, not partisan politics or empty promises, and ensure government is responsive to the people it serves.
- Voters deserve a representative who shows up, listens, and delivers results. I’ve earned trust through years of public service by being accessible, transparent, and accountable to the people I serve. Leadership is not about making promises, it is about following through. In Congress, I will defend voting rights, support veterans and seniors, and work to ensure government is responsive to the needs of our communities. I will focus on practical solutions, not partisan politics, and work to restore trust in government through transparency, accountability, and real results.
I also draw inspiration from everyday people—caregivers, small business owners, and community volunteers—who show resilience and dedication in the face of challenges. My own experience caring for my son and raising my grandson has reinforced the importance of compassion, responsibility, and perseverance.
An effective elected official must also have the experience and judgment to solve complex problems, make responsible financial decisions, and focus on outcomes rather than politics. That means working collaboratively when possible, standing firm when necessary, and always prioritizing the long-term well-being of families and communities.
It also requires making thoughtful, informed decisions on complex issues that affect families, businesses, and communities. This includes managing taxpayer dollars responsibly, supporting policies that strengthen the economy, and ensuring federal programs deliver real value to the people they are intended to serve.
An effective member of Congress must work to address the challenges families face, including the rising cost of healthcare, housing, and insurance, while protecting access to healthcare, strengthening Social Security and Medicare, and supporting veterans and caregivers.
I also want to be known for restoring confidence in public service by being transparent, accessible, and willing to listen. Too many people feel disconnected from their government, and I believe it is the responsibility of elected leaders to rebuild that trust through consistent follow-through and honest communication.
Just as importantly, I want to leave a better world and a healthier planet for future generations. That means making responsible decisions today that protect our environment, strengthen our communities, and create opportunities for those who come after us.
After graduating with an economics degree, my first professional job was with Merrill Lynch. As a woman entering the field at that time, I was initially hired to operate a Lanier word processor because no one in the office knew how or was willing to learn it. I brought that technology to full capacity, improving productivity across the office, and that experience became my pathway into the financial planning profession.
I was a single mother throughout this entire journey, running my business and later running for and serving in public office. During my first campaign in 2018, I became the primary caregiver for my grandson, and in 2020, while serving as a County Commissioner and as Vice Chair of the Emergency Policy Committee responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, I became his legal guardian. My son passed away in 2023.
That experience gave me a firsthand understanding of how difficult it can be for families to manage healthcare needs, financial pressures, and long-term caregiving responsibilities all at once, even while continuing to meet professional and public responsibilities.
The House also has distinct constitutional responsibilities that reinforce its role, including the authority to initiate all revenue legislation and to impeach federal officials. These powers are critical to ensuring accountability, particularly at a time when concerns about the influence of money in politics and the balance of power between branches of government have grown. In that context, the House plays an essential role in upholding the rule of law and representing the interests of the American people. It is uniquely positioned to provide oversight of the executive branch, ensure that laws are applied fairly, and restore public trust by holding government accountable and delivering results.
Rebuilding that trust starts with leadership that is transparent, accountable, and focused on results. Americans need to know that their government is working for them by addressing real challenges like rising costs, access to healthcare, and economic opportunity.
In Florida, these challenges are especially visible. Families are struggling with rising insurance, housing, and healthcare costs, and many feel that the systems meant to protect them are not keeping up. Restoring trust means delivering solutions that people can see and feel in their daily lives, from stabilizing insurance markets to strengthening disaster preparedness and protecting access to care.
At the same time, the United States must reestablish its role as a reliable partner on the global stage by honoring commitments and working cooperatively to address shared challenges.
At the same time, compromise must be guided by clear principles. It should be focused on solving problems and delivering results for the people we serve, not simply splitting differences for the sake of agreement. Good compromise means listening, understanding different viewpoints, and working toward solutions that improve people’s daily lives while maintaining core values.
When done well, compromise leads to more durable and effective policies, with broader support and greater trust from the public. But it also requires judgment, because not every issue should be compromised if it undermines fundamental responsibilities or harms the people we represent.
That moment was shaped by leadership that challenged the nation to aim higher, including President John F. Kennedy’s call to reach the moon. At the same time, I grew up in an era influenced by leaders like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., who inspired the country to strive for justice and equality, and later Ronald Reagan, who emphasized optimism and belief in American potential. Each of these moments and leaders demonstrated that progress comes when we work toward something greater than ourselves.
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U.S. House Florida District 15
Ballotpedia survey responses
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Kimberly Overman completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Overman's responses.
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Experienced public servant: Kimberly served as a Hillsborough County Commissioner, championing affordable housing, transportation equity, and public health, combining financial planning expertise with grassroots engagement. Core values driving leadership: She is motivated by passion for community improvement, commitment during crises, willingness to learn and collaborate, and resilience through challenges. Congressional priorities: Her focus areas include affordable housing and economic justice, climate action, healthcare access with mental health services, reproductive rights, and education and workforce development. Personal background and motivation: Raised in a working-class family facing housing insecurity, Kimberly's life experiences shaped her dedication to economic equity, healthcare access, and inclusive communities, fueling her commitment to proactive and accountable leadership.
“I’m running for Congress because our communities deserve bold, compassionate leadership that listens, learns, and leads with integrity. I- Kimberly Overman is a seasoned public servant, small business owner, and community advocate with a proven track record of progressive leadership. She served as a Hillsborough County Commissioner (District 7 At-Large) from 2018 to 2022, where she championed affordable housing, transportation equity, and public health initiatives. With decades of experience in financial planning and civic engagement, Kimberly brings a unique blend of economic insight and grassroots passion to the table. Her leadership is grounded in listening to the people she serves and building coalitions to solve real problems.
- Core Values Passion: Kimberly is deeply committed to improving lives in Central Florida—from affordable healthcare to climate resilience. Motivation: Her drive comes from decades of service and a belief that government should work for everyone, not just the wealthy few. Commitment: Whether leading during hurricanes or a pandemic, Kimberly has shown up for her community with courage and consistency. Willingness to Learn: She believes in evidence-based policy and listening to diverse voices to shape better outcomes. Kimberly knows that change is a team effort. She builds strong partnerships across sectors and communities. Thick Skin: She’s faced tough elections and public scrutiny—and emerged more determined to serve.
- Priorities for Congress:
- Economy & Inflation
- Affordable Housing & Economic Justice
- Climate Action & Resilient Infrastructure
- Healthcare Access & Mental Health Services -
- Reproductive Rights & Gender Equity
- Public Education & Workforce Development
- Veterans & Military Support
I’ve seen what it’s like to live without health insurance and to worry about whether a medical bill will mean skipping rent. That’s why I’ve made economic equity a cornerstone of my public service.
I’ve also seen how the government can fall short—whether in the wake of a hurricane, a housing crisis, or a public health emergency. I believe we deserve leaders who roll up their sleeves and get to work for the people they represent.
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2022
Kimberly Overman did not complete Ballotpedia's 2022 Candidate Connection survey.
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2026 Elections
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on September 14, 2025
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Hillsborough County Board of Commissioners District 7 At-large 2018-2022 |
Succeeded by Joshua Wostal (R) |
