2026 Elections · Florida

Florida's 12th Congressional District Candidates 2026

See every declared 2026 U.S. House candidate running in this Florida congressional district, with FEC campaign finance and where they stand on the issues.

Source:FECUpdated Oct 19, 2026Report a correction

Who is running in Florida's 12th Congressional District in 2026?

Gus Bilirakis (Republican), Kimberly Overman (Democratic) and Branden Scrivener (Independent).

  • Gus BilirakisRepublicanIncumbent✓ Verified
    $2.2M raised
    • Official FEC
    • Positions sourced
    See Gus Bilirakis's sponsored bills →
  • Kimberly OvermanDemocratic✓ Verified
    $260K raised
    • Official FEC
    • Positions sourced
  • Branden ScrivenerIndependent✓ Verified
    $8K raised
    • Official FEC

Where they stand

Sources under every entry. Sentences are AI-written from the linked source.

Where they differ: Gus Bilirakis votes yea on bills supporting technology use, capital access, privacy protections, terrorism risk insurance, child welfare, and financial exploitation prevention, and supports expanding mental health services and pediatric health initiatives including newborn screening and pediatric cancer treatment 14. He supports securing the southern border to stop cartels driving fentanyl and human trafficking, strongly opposes illegal immigration, and votes yea on border security and deporting fraudsters but nay on a national emergency resolution 91011. Kimberly Overman supports increased investment in affordable housing, infrastructure, and fair wages to improve economic stability for working families and small businesses, and advocates for increasing the supply of affordable housing while pursuing fiscal policies that do not unnecessarily increase deficits 23. She supports expanding healthcare access, lowering prescription drug costs, protecting reproductive and mental health services, and strengthening Medicare and the Affordable Care Act 78.
AI-written comparison of the sourced entries below. Generated Oct 18, 2026.

Where the candidates stand, by issue
IssueGus BilirakisRepublicanKimberly OvermanDemocraticBranden ScrivenerIndependent
Economy & Jobs

Bilirakis votes yea on multiple bills supporting technology use, capital access, privacy protections, terrorism risk insurance, child welfare, and financial exploitation prevention.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 18, 2026AI-written

Overman supports increased investment in affordable housing, infrastructure, and fair wages to improve economic stability for working families and small businesses.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

Overman supports increasing the supply of affordable housing and pursuing fiscal policies that do not unnecessarily increase deficits.

ReportedSource ↗Verified Oct 8, 2026AI-written

No public position found. Check their site ↗

Where they differ on Economy & Jobs: Gus Bilirakis votes yea on multiple bills supporting technology use, capital access, privacy protections, terrorism risk insurance, child welfare, and financial exploitation prevention 1. Kimberly Overman supports increased investment in affordable housing, infrastructure, and fair wages to improve economic stability for working families and small businesses 2. She also supports increasing the supply of affordable housing and pursuing fiscal policies that do not unnecessarily increase deficits 3.
Healthcare

Bilirakis supports expanding mental health services, extending telehealth access for seniors, and advancing pediatric health initiatives including newborn screening and pediatric cancer treatment.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Bilirakis serves on the Health Subcommittee and supports expanding access to high-quality, affordable health care while strengthening oversight of Medicaid and protecting taxpayer dollars.

Own words (office website)Source ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Bilirakis votes yea on bills reauthorizing early childhood programs, rural care, Medicaid protections, lowering premiums, and support for patients and communities.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 18, 2026AI-written

Overman supports expanding healthcare access, lowering prescription drug costs, and protecting reproductive and mental health services.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

Overman supports protecting and strengthening Medicare and the Affordable Care Act while reducing prescription drug costs.

ReportedSource ↗Verified Oct 8, 2026AI-written

No public position found. Check their site ↗

Immigration

Bilirakis supports securing the southern border to choke off cartels driving fentanyl and human trafficking into communities.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Bilirakis strongly opposes illegal immigration but supports legal, law-abiding immigrants recognizing their cultural, intellectual, and economic benefits.

Own words (office website)Source ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Bilirakis votes yea on acts supporting border security, DHS, deporting fraudsters, and stopping illegal entry, but votes nay on a national emergency resolution.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 18, 2026AI-written

Overman supports strong borders, fair laws, due process, and family unity in immigration policy.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

No public position found. Check their site ↗

Where they differ on Immigration: Gus Bilirakis supports securing the southern border to stop cartels involved in fentanyl and human trafficking and strongly opposes illegal immigration while supporting legal immigrants for their contributions 12. He votes in favor of border security, DHS funding, deporting fraudsters, and stopping illegal entry but against a national emergency resolution 3. Kimberly Overman supports strong borders, fair laws, due process, and family unity in immigration policy 4.
Public Safety & Crime

Bilirakis supports safer streets and schools by funding school safety, empowering parents to protect kids online, and passing laws against AI-generated child exploitation.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Bilirakis votes yea on bills enhancing prison staff safety, privacy protections, veterans' gun rights, cashless bail reporting, and keeping violent offenders off streets.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 18, 2026AI-written

Overman supports balanced public safety policies combining strong law enforcement with investments in mental health services, youth programs, and community-led crime prevention.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

No public position found. Check their site ↗

Where they differ on Public Safety & Crime: Gus Bilirakis supports safer streets and schools by funding school safety, empowering parents to protect kids online, and passing laws against AI-generated child exploitation 1. He voted yea on bills enhancing prison staff safety, privacy protections, veterans' gun rights, cashless bail reporting, and keeping violent offenders off streets 2. Kimberly Overman supports balanced public safety policies combining strong law enforcement with investments in mental health services, youth programs, and community-led crime prevention 3.
Abortion

No public position found. Check their site ↗

Overman fights to restore and protect the right to abortion and access to reproductive care, trusting individuals to make their own healthcare decisions.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

No public position found. Check their site ↗

Taxes & Government Spending

Bilirakis supports tax relief measures including a $10,000 deduction for homeowners insurance, no tax on tips or overtime, and eliminating taxes on Social Security.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Bilirakis supports historic tax reform that lowers rates for individuals and businesses, simplifies the tax code, and advocates for a balanced budget amendment to restrain federal spending.

Own words (office website)Source ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Bilirakis votes yea on tax relief for fraud victims, AGOA extension, budget resolutions, continuing appropriations, and various appropriations acts.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 18, 2026AI-written

Overman emphasizes government accountability and ethics, advocating for campaign finance reform and restoring trust in government.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

No public position found. Check their site ↗

Where they differ on Taxes & Government Spending: Gus Bilirakis supports tax relief measures such as a $10,000 deduction for homeowners insurance, no tax on tips or overtime, and eliminating taxes on Social Security 1. He also supports historic tax reform aimed at lowering rates for individuals and businesses, simplifying the tax code, and advocates for a balanced budget amendment to restrain federal spending 2. Bilirakis has voted yea on tax relief for fraud victims, AGOA extension, budget resolutions, continuing appropriations, and various appropriations acts 3. Kimberly Overman emphasizes government accountability and ethics, advocating for campaign finance reform and restoring trust in government 4.
Energy & Environment

Bilirakis supports unleashing American energy as part of the America First agenda to strengthen the economy and national security.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Bilirakis supports an all-of-the-above energy strategy including domestic production, renewable resources, and conservation while opposing job-killing proposals like the Green New Deal.

Own words (office website)Source ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Bilirakis votes yea on disapproving EPA rule, diesel emissions reduction, marine conservation, battlefield protection, consumer fuel choice, and HEATS Act.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 18, 2026AI-written

Overman advocates for climate resilience through investment in infrastructure, environmental justice, and protection of Florida’s wildlife and natural resources.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

No public position found. Check their site ↗

Where they differ on Energy & Environment: Gus Bilirakis supports unleashing American energy to strengthen the economy and national security as part of the America First agenda 1. He endorses an all-of-the-above energy strategy including domestic production, renewable resources, and conservation, while opposing proposals like the Green New Deal 2. Bilirakis voted yea on disapproving EPA rule, diesel emissions reduction, marine conservation, battlefield protection, consumer fuel choice, and the HEATS Act 3. Kimberly Overman advocates for climate resilience through investment in infrastructure, environmental justice, and protection of Florida’s wildlife and natural resources 4.
Foreign Policy & Defense

Bilirakis supports securing the border to stop drug and human trafficking cartels as part of his commitment to public safety and national security.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Bilirakis supports strong national defense funding, backing military personnel and resources, and advocates for protecting allies and religious freedom internationally.

Own words (office website)Source ↗Verified Oct 12, 2026AI-written

Bilirakis votes nay on resolutions to remove US forces from Iran and Lebanon, yea on defense authorization and veterans clinic naming, and nay on FISA amendments extension.

Official recordSource ↗Verified Oct 18, 2026AI-written

Overman supports responsible U.S. leadership in foreign policy, human rights, and national security.

Candidate's own wordsSource ↗Verified Oct 17, 2026AI-written

Overman supports funding Israel's defensive capabilities paired with congressional oversight and compliance with international humanitarian standards.

ReportedSource ↗Verified Oct 8, 2026AI-written

No public position found. Check their site ↗

Common questions

When is the election?

The general election is on November 3, 2026.

How do the candidates differ on Economy & Jobs?

Gus Bilirakis votes yea on multiple bills supporting technology use, capital access, privacy protections, terrorism risk insurance, child welfare, and financial exploitation prevention. Kimberly Overman supports increased investment in affordable housing, infrastructure, and fair wages to improve economic stability for working families and small businesses. She also supports increasing the supply of affordable housing and pursuing fiscal policies that do not unnecessarily increase deficits.

How do the candidates differ on Immigration?

Gus Bilirakis supports securing the southern border to stop cartels involved in fentanyl and human trafficking and strongly opposes illegal immigration while supporting legal immigrants for their contributions. He votes in favor of border security, DHS funding, deporting fraudsters, and stopping illegal entry but against a national emergency resolution. Kimberly Overman supports strong borders, fair laws, due process, and family unity in immigration policy.

How do the candidates differ on Public Safety & Crime?

Gus Bilirakis supports safer streets and schools by funding school safety, empowering parents to protect kids online, and passing laws against AI-generated child exploitation. He voted yea on bills enhancing prison staff safety, privacy protections, veterans' gun rights, cashless bail reporting, and keeping violent offenders off streets. Kimberly Overman supports balanced public safety policies combining strong law enforcement with investments in mental health services, youth programs, and community-led crime prevention.

How do the candidates differ on Taxes & Government Spending?

Gus Bilirakis supports tax relief measures such as a $10,000 deduction for homeowners insurance, no tax on tips or overtime, and eliminating taxes on Social Security. He also supports historic tax reform aimed at lowering rates for individuals and businesses, simplifying the tax code, and advocates for a balanced budget amendment to restrain federal spending. Bilirakis has voted yea on tax relief for fraud victims, AGOA extension, budget resolutions, continuing appropriations, and various appropriations acts. Kimberly Overman emphasizes government accountability and ethics, advocating for campaign finance reform and restoring trust in government.

How do the candidates differ on Energy & Environment?

Gus Bilirakis supports unleashing American energy to strengthen the economy and national security as part of the America First agenda. He endorses an all-of-the-above energy strategy including domestic production, renewable resources, and conservation, while opposing proposals like the Green New Deal. Bilirakis voted yea on disapproving EPA rule, diesel emissions reduction, marine conservation, battlefield protection, consumer fuel choice, and the HEATS Act. Kimberly Overman advocates for climate resilience through investment in infrastructure, environmental justice, and protection of Florida’s wildlife and natural resources.