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2026 Illinois U.S. House District 8 — General Election · November 3, 2026
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Election: GENERAL ELECTION - 11/3/2026
Name: Jennifer Davis
Office: 8TH CONGRESS
Party: REPUBLICAN
Filed: 10/27/2025
Write-In: No
Objection Pending: No
Former Name: None
Date Name Changed: N/A
Status: Active 10/27/2025 8:00 AM
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Name: Davis, Jennifer
Office: 8TH CONGRESS
Party: REPUBLICAN
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Jennifer Davis, a trailblazing entrepreneur and political outsider, is running for Illinois’ 8th Congressional District to bring common-sense business practices and family-first values to Washington. At just 17, she co-founded Davisware with her husband, Dan, and grew it into a global leader in the field of service technology. Her best-selling book, Living Exponentially in Life and Business, shares her blueprint for building success without sacrificing joy.
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Jennifer Davis, a trailblazing entrepreneur and political outsider, is running for Illinois’ 8th Congressional District to bring common-sense business practices and family-first values to Washington. At just 17, she co-founded Davisware with her husband, Dan, and grew it into a global leader in the field of service technology. Her best-selling book, Living Exponentially in Life and Business, shares her blueprint for building success without sacrificing joy.
Wife, Mother of 10, and Entrepreneur
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Wife, Mother of 10, and Entrepreneur
Jennifer Davis, a trailblazing entrepreneur and political outsider, is running for Illinois’ 8th Congressional District to protect Main Street America, put families first and protect the American Dream for future generations. A proud wife and mother of ten, Jennifer co-founded Davisware with her husband Dan at just 17 years old, building both a family and a business from the ground up through sacrifice, hard work, and determination.
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Jennifer Davis, a trailblazing entrepreneur and political outsider, is running for Illinois’ 8th Congressional District to protect Main Street America, put families first and protect the American Dream for future generations. A proud wife and mother of ten, Jennifer co-founded Davisware with her husband Dan at just 17 years old, building both a family and a business from the ground up through sacrifice, hard work, and determination.
Raised in rural Wisconsin, Jennifer was taught the values of faith, perseverance, and community, all of which she will bring to her campaign for the United States Congress. In Congress, she will address critical issues eroding opportunities in Illinois and beyond through a bold lens that squashes the status quo and brings true common sense.
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Raised in rural Wisconsin, Jennifer was taught the values of faith, perseverance, and community, all of which she will bring to her campaign for the United States Congress. In Congress, she will address critical issues eroding opportunities in Illinois and beyond through a bold lens that squashes the status quo and brings true common sense.
We must end Over-taxation, crippling regulations, and inflation which is suffocating small businesses, and causing Main Street America to slowly close. Jennifer believes as a businesswoman, political outsider, and successful investor in startups that we must start empowering entrepreneurial families to thrive, innovate, and grow.
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We must end Over-taxation, crippling regulations, and inflation which is suffocating small businesses, and causing Main Street America to slowly close. Jennifer believes as a businesswoman, political outsider, and successful investor in startups that we must start empowering entrepreneurial families to thrive, innovate, and grow.
Jennifer’s best-selling book, Living Exponentially in Life and Business, showcases her blueprint for success, blending tactical empathy, joy, and resilience—qualities she now brings to her campaign for Congress. After steering Davisware through the pandemic, she founded BExponential to empower women, guided by her Seven Principles of an Exponential Mindset, helping others pursue professional success without sacrificing joy, family, or purpose.
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Jennifer’s best-selling book, Living Exponentially in Life and Business, showcases her blueprint for success, blending tactical empathy, joy, and resilience—qualities she now brings to her campaign for Congress. After steering Davisware through the pandemic, she founded BExponential to empower women, guided by her Seven Principles of an Exponential Mindset, helping others pursue professional success without sacrificing joy, family, or purpose.
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Small businesses employ over 44% of Illinois’ workforce, sadly many are held back by crushing taxes, red tape, and limited access to capital— the top reason 8 in 10 fails. Jennifer will deliver results for entrepreneurs by championing practical solutions— cutting excessive taxes, streamlining regulations, and opening new pathways for growth through community partnerships and smart tax incentives.
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Small businesses employ over 44% of Illinois’ workforce, sadly many are held back by crushing taxes, red tape, and limited access to capital— the top reason 8 in 10 fails. Jennifer will deliver results for entrepreneurs by championing practical solutions— cutting excessive taxes, streamlining regulations, and opening new pathways for growth through community partnerships and smart tax incentives.
Our children and families deserve better. Parents must be supported as central partners in their children’s education, not adversaries. Illinois should be the gold standard of education—not a system that leaves our kids behind.
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Our children and families deserve better. Parents must be supported as central partners in their children’s education, not adversaries. Illinois should be the gold standard of education—not a system that leaves our kids behind.
At the same time, fentanyl is now the leading cause of death for Americans ages 18–45. The result is clear: Illinois families are less safe, businesses hesitate to invest, and too many lives are being cut short. Illinois political leaders like JB Pritzker, Brandon Johnson, Raja Krishnamoorthi, and others in Illinois have done nothing to combat or prevent this sobering reality, they are all talk with NO action.
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At the same time, fentanyl is now the leading cause of death for Americans ages 18–45. The result is clear: Illinois families are less safe, businesses hesitate to invest, and too many lives are being cut short. Illinois political leaders like JB Pritzker, Brandon Johnson, Raja Krishnamoorthi, and others in Illinois have done nothing to combat or prevent this sobering reality, they are all talk with NO action.
Jennifer knows this doesn’t have to continue. She will champion policies that lift the burden on families and re-ignite local economies—advocating tax relief, incentives for innovation and investment, and reforms that make Illinois affordable again. With common-sense leadership, Illinois can once again be a place where hard work pays off and where people are proud to be from here.
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Jennifer knows this doesn’t have to continue. She will champion policies that lift the burden on families and re-ignite local economies—advocating tax relief, incentives for innovation and investment, and reforms that make Illinois affordable again. With common-sense leadership, Illinois can once again be a place where hard work pays off and where people are proud to be from here.
Now, Jennifer is bringing her proven record of building from scratch to Congress. She’ll cut red tape, champion small businesses, and support families with practical, common-sense solutions. With a servant’s heart and a record of results, Jennifer Davis will bring fresh leadership to Washington—focused on empowering entrepreneurs, strengthening communities, and securing a brighter future for the next generation.
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Now, Jennifer is bringing her proven record of building from scratch to Congress. She’ll cut red tape, champion small businesses, and support families with practical, common-sense solutions. With a servant’s heart and a record of results, Jennifer Davis will bring fresh leadership to Washington—focused on empowering entrepreneurs, strengthening communities, and securing a brighter future for the next generation.
Education – Parents' rights, not government
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Education – Parents' rights, not government
Jennifer Davis, a trailblazing entrepreneur and political outsider, is running for Illinois’ 8th Congressional District to protect Main Street America, put families first and protect the American Dream for future generations. A proud wife and mother of ten, Jennifer co-founded Davisware with her husband Dan at just 17 years old, building both a family and a business from the ground up through sacrifice, hard work, and determination.
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Jennifer Davis, a trailblazing entrepreneur and political outsider, is running for Illinois’ 8th Congressional District to protect Main Street America, put families first and protect the American Dream for future generations. A proud wife and mother of ten, Jennifer co-founded Davisware with her husband Dan at just 17 years old, building both a family and a business from the ground up through sacrifice, hard work, and determination.
We must end Over-taxation, crippling regulations, and inflation which is suffocating small businesses, and causing Main Street America to slowly close. Jennifer believes as a businesswoman, political outsider, and successful investor in startups that we must start empowering entrepreneurial families to thrive, innovate, and grow.
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We must end Over-taxation, crippling regulations, and inflation which is suffocating small businesses, and causing Main Street America to slowly close. Jennifer believes as a businesswoman, political outsider, and successful investor in startups that we must start empowering entrepreneurial families to thrive, innovate, and grow.
JB Pritzker and Brandon Johnson have failed Illinois families — doing little to nothing to address crime in our state, cities, and communities. Jennifer will restore the rule of law, enforce existing laws, and bring back the safety and vibrancy every community deserves.
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JB Pritzker and Brandon Johnson have failed Illinois families — doing little to nothing to address crime in our state, cities, and communities. Jennifer will restore the rule of law, enforce existing laws, and bring back the safety and vibrancy every community deserves.
Create opportunities for all—especially the next generation—to pursue prosperity through hard work, sacrifice, and innovation. Illinois’ best export should not be our kids; they deserve the chance to build their American Dream right here at home, in the communities where they were raised.
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Create opportunities for all—especially the next generation—to pursue prosperity through hard work, sacrifice, and innovation. Illinois’ best export should not be our kids; they deserve the chance to build their American Dream right here at home, in the communities where they were raised.
The relentless journey of building a family business and a family demanded sacrifice but delivered profound rewards. Jennifer and Dan’s commitment also fostered a tight-knit Davisware family, providing meaningful careers for hundreds of employees. Her career is rooted in both trades and technology, and is uniquely relevant as government now shapes laws around emerging fields like AI, bitcoin, and blockchain. This path sets Jennifer apart not only from Silicon Valley CEOs, but also from traditional politicians, giving her the experience, persistence, and innovative leadership to serve Illinois’ 8th District.
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The relentless journey of building a family business and a family demanded sacrifice but delivered profound rewards. Jennifer and Dan’s commitment also fostered a tight-knit Davisware family, providing meaningful careers for hundreds of employees. Her career is rooted in both trades and technology, and is uniquely relevant as government now shapes laws around emerging fields like AI, bitcoin, and blockchain. This path sets Jennifer apart not only from Silicon Valley CEOs, but also from traditional politicians, giving her the experience, persistence, and innovative leadership to serve Illinois’ 8th District.
Jennifer is committed to delivering results for the people of Illinois’ 8th District with bold, decisive action in Congress– not just empty talk. She will champion practical solutions that put Illinois families, workers, and communities first.
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Jennifer is committed to delivering results for the people of Illinois’ 8th District with bold, decisive action in Congress– not just empty talk. She will champion practical solutions that put Illinois families, workers, and communities first.
Jennifer is committed to delivering results by championing practical common-sense solutions that are DATA driven — putting parents back in the driver’s seat, slashing bloated administrative costs, and ensuring dollars go to what improves learning to help students and teachers.
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Jennifer is committed to delivering results by championing practical common-sense solutions that are DATA driven — putting parents back in the driver’s seat, slashing bloated administrative costs, and ensuring dollars go to what improves learning to help students and teachers.
It drains resources from schools, healthcare, and law enforcement, and sends the message that cutting in line works better than following the rules and laws. Jennifer supports common-sense immigration reform that secures our borders with advanced technology, enforces existing laws, and prioritizes legal immigration for skilled workers who help grow—not replace—American jobs. She knows part of the crisis stems from a system that is confusing, subjective, and nearly impossible for families to navigate. That’s why she will champion streamlining legal pathways—making them faster, clearer, and fairer—so people are motivated to do immigration the right way. Jennifer will also work to deport criminal aliens, depoliticize the process, and restore a system that is strong, safe, and just. She will bring results-focused leadership that protects Illinois families, rebuilds trust, and keeps our communities safe and thriving.
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It drains resources from schools, healthcare, and law enforcement, and sends the message that cutting in line works better than following the rules and laws. Jennifer supports common-sense immigration reform that secures our borders with advanced technology, enforces existing laws, and prioritizes legal immigration for skilled workers who help grow—not replace—American jobs. She knows part of the crisis stems from a system that is confusing, subjective, and nearly impossible for families to navigate. That’s why she will champion streamlining legal pathways—making them faster, clearer, and fairer—so people are motivated to do immigration the right way. Jennifer will also work to deport criminal aliens, depoliticize the process, and restore a system that is strong, safe, and just. She will bring results-focused leadership that protects Illinois families, rebuilds trust, and keeps our communities safe and thriving.
Jennifer will collaborate with the President, Congress, and private-sector innovators to prioritize legislation that expands America’s definition of national defense to include a Digital Dome—a national shield that protects families, communities, and our military from foreign cyberattacks, online predators, and digital manipulation. Her focus is not on surveillance or control, but on guaranteeing freedom without the unacceptable risks Americans face today.
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Jennifer will collaborate with the President, Congress, and private-sector innovators to prioritize legislation that expands America’s definition of national defense to include a Digital Dome—a national shield that protects families, communities, and our military from foreign cyberattacks, online predators, and digital manipulation. Her focus is not on surveillance or control, but on guaranteeing freedom without the unacceptable risks Americans face today.
Illinois already ranks 6th in the nation for police spending. We don’t need higher taxes—we need accountability to the laws already on the books and smarter use of resources. Jennifer will work with law enforcement to secure advanced training, modern equipment, and technology that not only improves communication with citizens but also strengthens coordination with other agencies to expand resources and results.
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Illinois already ranks 6th in the nation for police spending. We don’t need higher taxes—we need accountability to the laws already on the books and smarter use of resources. Jennifer will work with law enforcement to secure advanced training, modern equipment, and technology that not only improves communication with citizens but also strengthens coordination with other agencies to expand resources and results.
Raised in rural Wisconsin, Jennifer was taught the values of faith, perseverance, and community, all of which she will bring to her campaign for the United States Congress. In Congress, she will address critical issues eroding opportunities in Illinois and beyond through a bold lens that squashes the status quo and brings true common sense.
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Raised in rural Wisconsin, Jennifer was taught the values of faith, perseverance, and community, all of which she will bring to her campaign for the United States Congress. In Congress, she will address critical issues eroding opportunities in Illinois and beyond through a bold lens that squashes the status quo and brings true common sense.
JB Pritzker and Brandon Johnson have failed Illinois families — doing little to nothing to address crime in our state, cities, and communities. Jennifer will fight to restore the rule of law, enforce existing laws, and bring back the safety and vibrancy every community deserves.
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JB Pritzker and Brandon Johnson have failed Illinois families — doing little to nothing to address crime in our state, cities, and communities. Jennifer will fight to restore the rule of law, enforce existing laws, and bring back the safety and vibrancy every community deserves.
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Advance good, fair, and orderly immigration policies that protect American workers, strengthen communities, and reflect our heritage as a nation of immigrants. Jennifer will work to bring meaningful, long-term reform that keeps our borders secure while welcoming those who come here legally to pursue the American Dream.
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Advance good, fair, and orderly immigration policies that protect American workers, strengthen communities, and reflect our heritage as a nation of immigrants. Jennifer will work to bring meaningful, long-term reform that keeps our borders secure while welcoming those who come here legally to pursue the American Dream.
Jennifer’s vision for Congress is rooted in her proven record as a tech innovator and fierce advocate for families and communities. She will champion parents’ rights, ensuring families have a voice in their children’s education, and she will protect the greatest asset our country has, our children. Drawing on her entrepreneurial roots, she will cut red tape so small family businesses can flourish. She is committed to equipping the next generation for success, protecting data from foreign threats, securing borders, and ensuring America leads in the responsible use of emerging technologies.
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Jennifer’s vision for Congress is rooted in her proven record as a tech innovator and fierce advocate for families and communities. She will champion parents’ rights, ensuring families have a voice in their children’s education, and she will protect the greatest asset our country has, our children. Drawing on her entrepreneurial roots, she will cut red tape so small family businesses can flourish. She is committed to equipping the next generation for success, protecting data from foreign threats, securing borders, and ensuring America leads in the responsible use of emerging technologies.
Join Jennifer's Campaign today to keep Illinois Families Safe from Government over-reach and to Protect our Freedom.
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Join Jennifer's Campaign today to keep Illinois Families Safe from Government over-reach and to Protect our Freedom.
She will champion an Illinois that gives businesses the tools to thrive, creating local jobs and opportunities close to home — so Illinois parents and grandparents will no longer need to travel to O’Hare to see their kids and grandkids.
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She will champion an Illinois that gives businesses the tools to thrive, creating local jobs and opportunities close to home — so Illinois parents and grandparents will no longer need to travel to O’Hare to see their kids and grandkids.
She supports a range of educational options—public, charter, private, or home schools—so families can choose what works best for their children. She will push for an education system built on real-world skills: strong reading, math, and science, as well as vocational training and business partnerships that connect students to high-paying local careers. She will bring determined, results-focused leadership to ensure every child in Illinois is equipped to succeed and every family can see a future here at home.
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She supports a range of educational options—public, charter, private, or home schools—so families can choose what works best for their children. She will push for an education system built on real-world skills: strong reading, math, and science, as well as vocational training and business partnerships that connect students to high-paying local careers. She will bring determined, results-focused leadership to ensure every child in Illinois is equipped to succeed and every family can see a future here at home.
She will lead efforts to strengthen energy independence—the bedrock of national security. By expanding American oil, gas, and renewable production, Jennifer will reduce reliance on adversarial nations, protect our economy, and save families hundreds at the pump.
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She will lead efforts to strengthen energy independence—the bedrock of national security. By expanding American oil, gas, and renewable production, Jennifer will reduce reliance on adversarial nations, protect our economy, and save families hundreds at the pump.
Foreign adversaries like China and Iran are using the internet to steal from us, divide us, and target our kids. Jennifer’s expertise as a tech founder gives her the vision to stop these threats, protect families’ privacy, and advance America’s security and energy independence.
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Foreign adversaries like China and Iran are using the internet to steal from us, divide us, and target our kids. Jennifer’s expertise as a tech founder gives her the vision to stop these threats, protect families’ privacy, and advance America’s security and energy independence.
At a time when Congress faces a clear skills gap in areas like AI, digital currencies, and blockchain, her expertise, knowledge, and vision will close that gap. What Jennifer brings to Congress is not only her record as an innovator and family advocate, but also her mission to inspire other political outsiders to engage—proving that everyday Americans can lead with courage, vision, and hope for the future.
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At a time when Congress faces a clear skills gap in areas like AI, digital currencies, and blockchain, her expertise, knowledge, and vision will close that gap. What Jennifer brings to Congress is not only her record as an innovator and family advocate, but also her mission to inspire other political outsiders to engage—proving that everyday Americans can lead with courage, vision, and hope for the future.
Join Jennifer Davis’s campaign today in Illinois’ 8th District to keep families safe from government overreach and protect our freedoms.
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Join Jennifer Davis’s campaign today in Illinois’ 8th District to keep families safe from government overreach and protect our freedoms.
With determined, results-focused leadership, Jennifer will protect Illinois families, defend our economy, and ensure America leads with strength and safety in a dangerous digital age. In the digital age, true security means protecting both our borders and our browsers.
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With determined, results-focused leadership, Jennifer will protect Illinois families, defend our economy, and ensure America leads with strength and safety in a dangerous digital age. In the digital age, true security means protecting both our borders and our browsers.
As a political outsider, Jennifer rejects Washington’s inefficiencies. Together, the Davis’ built a global tech company, ran a family business, raised ten children, and uplifted their community—living a life of shared sacrifice and purpose. In doing so, they built their own American Dream, and Jennifer’s goal is to defend that opportunity so others can do the same. From the long hours growing Davisware to mentoring employees and their families, Jennifer never shied from hard work. That journey equips her to tackle challenges with a servant’s heart.
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As a political outsider, Jennifer rejects Washington’s inefficiencies. Together, the Davis’ built a global tech company, ran a family business, raised ten children, and uplifted their community—living a life of shared sacrifice and purpose. In doing so, they built their own American Dream, and Jennifer’s goal is to defend that opportunity so others can do the same. From the long hours growing Davisware to mentoring employees and their families, Jennifer never shied from hard work. That journey equips her to tackle challenges with a servant’s heart.
In Congress, she will deliver transparent, data-driven leadership that strengthens communities, empowers entrepreneurs, safeguards America’s security, and ensures Illinois’ 8th District has a prosperous and safe future.
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In Congress, she will deliver transparent, data-driven leadership that strengthens communities, empowers entrepreneurs, safeguards America’s security, and ensures Illinois’ 8th District has a prosperous and safe future.
Jennifer Davis’s protecting of the Illinois 8th District
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Jennifer Davis’s protecting of the Illinois 8th District
At just 17, Jennifer and her husband, Dan, launched their first software venture—work that would ultimately evolve into Davisware, a pioneering technology company later headquartered in West Dundee, Illinois. For more than 35 years, they bootstrapped the business with no outside capital until partnering with Serent Capital in 2019. Along the way, they built technology that helped HVAC and commercial service companies automate, expand, and thrive—proving that innovation could empower the trades as much as it did Silicon Valley. Davisware ultimately grew into a global leader in field service technology, supporting thousands of businesses worldwide.
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At just 17, Jennifer and her husband, Dan, launched their first software venture—work that would ultimately evolve into Davisware, a pioneering technology company later headquartered in West Dundee, Illinois. For more than 35 years, they bootstrapped the business with no outside capital until partnering with Serent Capital in 2019. Along the way, they built technology that helped HVAC and commercial service companies automate, expand, and thrive—proving that innovation could empower the trades as much as it did Silicon Valley. Davisware ultimately grew into a global leader in field service technology, supporting thousands of businesses worldwide.
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Candidate ID: H6IL08311
Name: DAVIS, JENNIFER
Office: House
State: IL
District: IL08
Coverage start: 2025-07-01
Coverage end: 2026-06-30
Total receipts: $1476009.04
Total disbursements: $745608.38
Cash on hand: $730400.66
Debts owed by committee: $1000000.00
Candidate contributions: $0.00
Loans made by candidate: $1000000.00
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