Senator Lydia Edwards
@senatorledwards.bsky.social
Senator for the Third Suffolk District (Boston, Revere, Winthrop)
Former Boston City Councilor for Charlestown, East Boston, North End. Current Senate Chair of Judiciary. Fighting for housing justice, worker rights, & environment.
www.lydiaedwards.org
Former Boston City Councilor for Charlestown, East Boston, North End. Current Senate Chair of Judiciary. Fighting for housing justice, worker rights, & environment.
www.lydiaedwards.org
November 27, 2025 at 4:35 PM
The Federal Workers and Service Member Civil Relief Act has passed, and will now have a permanent place in the General Laws of the Commonwealth. What a surreal and empowering moment!
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November 26, 2025 at 6:23 PM
The Federal Workers and Service Member Civil Relief Act has passed, and will now have a permanent place in the General Laws of the Commonwealth. What a surreal and empowering moment!
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The Federal Employee and Service Member Civil Relief Act will be included in the FY25 Closeout Supplemental Budget. Once it’s signed by Governor Healey, this crucial legislation will have a permanent place in the General Laws of the Commonwealth.
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November 24, 2025 at 5:35 PM
The Federal Employee and Service Member Civil Relief Act will be included in the FY25 Closeout Supplemental Budget. Once it’s signed by Governor Healey, this crucial legislation will have a permanent place in the General Laws of the Commonwealth.
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Our next and final Judiciary Hearing on Immigration, Protected Classes and Civil Rights will be tomorrow, November 25th at 10am.
To see a full list of bills to be heard, visit shorturl.at/Vda3X or scan the QR code.
#mapoli #bospoli
To see a full list of bills to be heard, visit shorturl.at/Vda3X or scan the QR code.
#mapoli #bospoli
November 24, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Our next and final Judiciary Hearing on Immigration, Protected Classes and Civil Rights will be tomorrow, November 25th at 10am.
To see a full list of bills to be heard, visit shorturl.at/Vda3X or scan the QR code.
#mapoli #bospoli
To see a full list of bills to be heard, visit shorturl.at/Vda3X or scan the QR code.
#mapoli #bospoli
Continuing the Thanksgiving celebrations in the North End! First we stopped by the North End Senior Thanksgiving party at the Nazzaro Center, which I’m proud to sponsor alongside Chair Michlewitz and Councilor Coletta-Zapata.
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November 22, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Continuing the Thanksgiving celebrations in the North End! First we stopped by the North End Senior Thanksgiving party at the Nazzaro Center, which I’m proud to sponsor alongside Chair Michlewitz and Councilor Coletta-Zapata.
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Cutting the ribbon on the new and improved Constitution Beach Playground in East Boston! This newly designed play space is full of colorful, modern, and imaginative features. It offers families an accessible place to enjoy the park, watch planes take off, & ride their bikes along the greenway.
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November 22, 2025 at 12:54 AM
Cutting the ribbon on the new and improved Constitution Beach Playground in East Boston! This newly designed play space is full of colorful, modern, and imaginative features. It offers families an accessible place to enjoy the park, watch planes take off, & ride their bikes along the greenway.
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Congratulations to The Point on the opening of their second location in Revere! The Point has become a true staple of the Third Suffolk community, quickly becoming a neighborhood favorite since first opening in East Boston.
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November 21, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Congratulations to The Point on the opening of their second location in Revere! The Point has become a true staple of the Third Suffolk community, quickly becoming a neighborhood favorite since first opening in East Boston.
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On Wednesday night, I had the honor of speaking at the Massachusetts Judges Conference Annual Meeting, surrounded by judges and justices from across the Commonwealth.
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November 18, 2025 at 11:50 PM
On Wednesday night, I had the honor of speaking at the Massachusetts Judges Conference Annual Meeting, surrounded by judges and justices from across the Commonwealth.
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November 17, 2025 at 9:25 PM
This morning I joined the North End Waterfront (NEW) Health team as we visited St. John School to load up a van full of shelf-stable food donations for their November food drive.
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November 17, 2025 at 8:34 PM
This morning I joined the North End Waterfront (NEW) Health team as we visited St. John School to load up a van full of shelf-stable food donations for their November food drive.
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Congratulations to East Boston’s own Bradley Elementary School for winning the 2025 EdVestors School on the Move Award!
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November 15, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Congratulations to East Boston’s own Bradley Elementary School for winning the 2025 EdVestors School on the Move Award!
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On Monday night, I had the honor of sharing a panel with Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley and Chief Justice Kimberly Budd at the Pathway to Politics event, hosted by the Association of Black Harvard Women.
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November 14, 2025 at 8:21 PM
On Monday night, I had the honor of sharing a panel with Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley and Chief Justice Kimberly Budd at the Pathway to Politics event, hosted by the Association of Black Harvard Women.
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The next Judiciary Hearing on Access to Healthcare & Commitments will be Tuesday, November 18th at 1pm.
To see the full list of bills to be proposed, visit shorturl.at/zUVcQ or scan the QR code.
#mapoli #bospoli
To see the full list of bills to be proposed, visit shorturl.at/zUVcQ or scan the QR code.
#mapoli #bospoli
November 13, 2025 at 6:23 PM
The next Judiciary Hearing on Access to Healthcare & Commitments will be Tuesday, November 18th at 1pm.
To see the full list of bills to be proposed, visit shorturl.at/zUVcQ or scan the QR code.
#mapoli #bospoli
To see the full list of bills to be proposed, visit shorturl.at/zUVcQ or scan the QR code.
#mapoli #bospoli
Yesterday, I joined the Massachusetts Chapter of the Federal Bar Association’s Veterans and Military Law Committee and the Massachusetts Dept. of the Jewish War Veterans to honor our nation’s heroes.
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November 13, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Yesterday, I joined the Massachusetts Chapter of the Federal Bar Association’s Veterans and Military Law Committee and the Massachusetts Dept. of the Jewish War Veterans to honor our nation’s heroes.
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Proud to join more Veterans Day celebrations across the Third Suffolk! In Boston, we honored our veterans at the annual City of Boston Veterans Day Parade and at East Boston’s heartfelt community celebration.
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November 12, 2025 at 8:04 PM
Proud to join more Veterans Day celebrations across the Third Suffolk! In Boston, we honored our veterans at the annual City of Boston Veterans Day Parade and at East Boston’s heartfelt community celebration.
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Celebrating Veteran’s Day across Revere! Proud to join local leaders, military members, and neighbors to recognize and celebrate the veterans who have given so much in service to our nation.
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November 12, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Celebrating Veteran’s Day across Revere! Proud to join local leaders, military members, and neighbors to recognize and celebrate the veterans who have given so much in service to our nation.
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Veterans Day holds a special place in my heart, as I come from a long line of service members myself. Growing up with a mother in the military — someone who dedicated her life to serving her country —
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November 11, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Veterans Day holds a special place in my heart, as I come from a long line of service members myself. Growing up with a mother in the military — someone who dedicated her life to serving her country —
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A huge congratulations to Madam President Gigi Coletta Zapata! A historic win for District 1, as this is the first time the district has had the City Council President seat. I am both proud and excited to watch @gigi4district1.bsky.social lead! 🎉
#mapoli #bospoli
#mapoli #bospoli
November 10, 2025 at 3:20 PM
A huge congratulations to Madam President Gigi Coletta Zapata! A historic win for District 1, as this is the first time the district has had the City Council President seat. I am both proud and excited to watch @gigi4district1.bsky.social lead! 🎉
#mapoli #bospoli
#mapoli #bospoli
Remembering Setti Warren, a veteran, advocate, bridgebuilder, and the first Black mayor to serve in Massachusetts. His leadership was rooted in service, his advocacy centered on people, and his presence opened doors for so many to follow.
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November 6, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Remembering Setti Warren, a veteran, advocate, bridgebuilder, and the first Black mayor to serve in Massachusetts. His leadership was rooted in service, his advocacy centered on people, and his presence opened doors for so many to follow.
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The Attorney General's Office has introduced a new grant program for organizations that provide legal services for those going through the eviction sealing process. Shout out AG Campbell for her continued efforts in supporting access to eviction record sealing!
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November 5, 2025 at 2:50 PM
The Attorney General's Office has introduced a new grant program for organizations that provide legal services for those going through the eviction sealing process. Shout out AG Campbell for her continued efforts in supporting access to eviction record sealing!
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