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Quick facts for kids Edward Beard
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Rhode Island's 2nd district
In office January 3, 1975 – January 3, 1981
Preceded by	Robert Tiernan
Succeeded by	Claudine Schneider
Member of the Rhode Island House of Representatives
In office 1972–1974
Personal details
Born	(1940-01-20)January 20, 1940 Providence, Rhode Island, U.S.
Died	January 11, 2021(2021-01-11) (aged 80) Providence, Rhode Island, U.S.
Political party	Democratic
Parents	Thomas J. Beard and Anne Beard
Profession	Businessman politician

Edward Peter Beard (born January 20, 1940 – died January 11, 2021) was an American businessman and politician. He came from Rhode Island. Edward Beard served in the state's government. He was also a member of the United States House of Representatives. This is part of the U.S. Congress.

Edward Beard's Early Life

Edward Beard was born in Providence, Rhode Island. He went to Assumption Elementary School. Later, he attended Hope High School in Providence.

From 1960 to 1966, Beard served in the Rhode Island National Guard. While there, he finished high school. He also took a college-level course in agriculture. Edward Beard was one of the few members of Congress in his time who did not graduate from college. Before becoming a politician, he worked as a house painter.

Edward Beard's Political Career

Edward Beard started his political journey in Rhode Island. He was a member of the Rhode Island House of Representatives. He served in this role from 1972 to 1974. In 1976, he was chosen to be a delegate. This meant he represented his state at the Democratic National Convention.

Serving in the U.S. Congress

Edward Beard was elected to the United States House of Representatives. He was a member of the Democratic Party. He first joined Congress in 1975. He was re-elected two more times.

Beard served in the U.S. House of Representatives for six years. His term lasted from January 3, 1975, to January 3, 1981. During this time, he was the chairman of the House Committee on Labor Standards. This committee worked on rules about jobs and workers. He tried to get re-elected in 1980 but was not successful.

After Congress

After leaving Congress, Edward Beard became a businessman. He owned and ran a tavern. He also hosted a radio talk show for a short time.

From 1986 to 2002, he worked for the City of Providence. He was the director of elderly affairs. This job helped older people in the city. In 1990, he tried again to be nominated for Congress but did not win. Edward Beard lived in Providence, Rhode Island, for many years.

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This article incorporates facts obtained from the public domain Biographical Directory of the United States Congress.