Kimberly Overman
for Congress
Florida District 12
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
TAMPA, FL
May 10, 2026
Voter Confusion Is Rising After New Congressional Maps—Here’s How Floridians Can Confirm Their District, Precinct, and Ballot
New district boundaries are now in effect for the 2026 elections; voters can use official tools to verify their correct Congressional district and election information. [ballotpedia.org]
TAMPA, FL — In the wake of newly enacted Congressional district boundaries, many Florida voters are asking basic—but urgent—questions: Which Congressional district am I in? Who represents me right now? Where is my precinct? What will my ballot look like this year?
To help voters cut through uncertainty, the Overman for Congress campaign of Kimberly Overman is sharing clear, step-by-step guidance and public mapping resources so Floridians can confirm their correct district and election details.
What changed
A new congressional map was approved by the Florida Legislature on April 29, 2026, and signed into law on May 4, 2026, becoming effective for the 2026 elections. [ballotpedia.org]
Why this matters
When district lines change, voters may experience:
- Confusion about which Congressional race appears on their ballot
- Uncertainty about precinct locations and voter information cards
- Misinformation spreading quickly online
- Lower confidence and participation if people aren’t sure they’re properly represented
“Floridians deserve confidence that their vote will count in the right place, for the right race,” said Kimberly Overman. “We’re sharing tools and a simple checklist so every voter can verify their district and make a plan to vote.”
A Simple 5-Step Checklist for Voters
- Confirm your registration is active and your address is correct: Check your voter status and address with your County Supervisor of Elections (SOE) website.
- Verify your Congressional district using an official map tool: Use the public interactive map experience showing the proposed plan that was received April 27, 2026. [experience…arcgis.com]
- Find your precinct and Election Day voting location: Your SOE site is the best source for precinct updates and any changes.
- Preview your sample ballot: SOEs post sample ballots when available; this is the fastest way to confirm which Congressional district race you’ll vote in.
- Make a plan (vote-by-mail, early voting, or Election Day): Once you confirm your district and precinct, pick your voting method and calendar the dates.
How to Make Sure Your Vote Counts in 2026
With new district lines in place, the most reliable way to avoid confusion is to take a few simple steps now—before deadlines pass.
1) Sign up for Vote‑by‑Mail (Recommended)
Every registered Florida voter can request a Vote‑by‑Mail ballot—no excuse required. [engageyall.com]
Voting by mail is one of the easiest ways to ensure you receive the correct ballot for your district and avoid long lines or confusion at the polls.
- Contact your County Supervisor of Elections (Hillsborough or Pasco)
- Request your ballot online, by phone, or by mail
- Important: Requests expire after each General Election—so you must request again for 2026. [votehillsborough.gov]
Deadline to request Vote‑by‑Mail ballots:
- Primary Election: August 6, 2026 [votehillsborough.gov]
- General Election: October 22, 2026 [votehillsborough.gov]
In Florida, the request deadline is 5 PM on the 12th day before the election [votehillsborough.gov]
2) Know Your Key Election Dates
2026 Primary Election
- Election Day: August 18, 2026 [dos.fl.gov]
- Registration Deadline: July 20, 2026 [dos.fl.gov]
- Early Voting:
- Hillsborough: August 3 – August 16 [votehillsborough.gov]
- Pasco: August 8 – August 15 [hclwv.org]
Florida has a closed primary system—you must be registered with a political party to vote in that party’s primary.
2026 General Election
- Election Day: November 3, 2026 [dos.fl.gov]
- Registration Deadline: October 5, 2026 [dos.fl.gov]
- Early Voting:
- Hillsborough: October 19 – November 1 [votehillsborough.gov]
- Pasco: October 19 – October 31 [hclwv.org]
In the general election, all registered voters can vote regardless of party affiliation.
3) Verify Your Registration & Party Affiliation
- Florida law requires registration or party changes at least 29 days before an election [clickorlando.com]
- If you miss the deadline, your changes won’t apply to that election
For the 2026 Primary, that deadline is July 20, 2026 [dos.fl.gov]
4) Confirm Your Precinct & Sample Ballot
Before you vote:
- Check your assigned precinct (may have changed)
- Review your sample ballot to confirm your Congressional race
- Verify polling location and hours
Bottom Line for Voters
Because district lines have changed:
- Don’t assume your district is the same
- Don’t assume your polling place is the same
- Don’t wait until Election Day to find out
“Taking a few minutes now to verify your information is the best way to make sure your vote counts exactly the way you intend.”
“The easiest way to avoid confusion this year is simple: Check your registration, request your Vote‑by‑Mail ballot, and make your plan today.”
Public Resources
- Interactive district map tool: The ArcGIS Experience titled EOGPCRP2026. [Link]
- Timeline & explainer of Florida’s 2026 redistricting process: Redistricting in Florida ahead of the 2026 elections. [Link]
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About Kimberly Overman
Commissioner Kimberly Overman, Democrat, Congressional Candidate Florida District 15
Results, representation, and restoring faith in public service.
Kimberly Overman is a former Hillsborough County Commissioner and longtime Tampa Bay resident running for Congress in Florida’s 15th District. She has called the Tampa Bay region home for over 40 years. Kimberly brings decades of experience in financial planning and public service. She previously held the Certified Financial Planner professional designation and retired it when she retired from practice.
Kimberly 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 and delivered results for the community. Her leadership style is grounded in listening, coalition‐building, and solving real problems.
She is running for Congress to bring accountable, people‐first leadership to Washington—and to fight for economic opportunity, affordable health care, and a government that works for the people it serves.
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