Edward Beard

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
Parent(s)	Thomas J. Beard and Anne Beard
Profession	Businessman politician

Edward Peter Beard (January 20, 1940 – January 11, 2021) was an American businessman and politician from Rhode Island. He served in the Rhode Island House of Representatives and was a member of the United States House of Representatives.