Lydia Edwards

Senator Lydia Edwards is a career advocate, activist, and voice on behalf of society’s most vulnerable. Prior to being elected to the State Senate and Boston City Council, Lydia worked extensively in the legal field, working as a public interest attorney with Greater Boston Legal Services focusing on labor issues such as fighting for access to unemployment insurance, back wages, fair treatment for domestic workers, and combating human trafficking. She has led several key legislative priorities during her time as State Senator, including eliminating forced broker’s fees, protecting federal workers and service members during government shutdowns, and passing the Affordable Homes Act. In March of 2025, she was appointed Chair of the Joint Committee on the Judiciary, overseeing matters related to crimes, penalties, sentencing, criminal records, judicial appointments, and court administration. In addition to her role as a State Senator, she serves as First Lieutenant Officer in the Massachusetts National Guard working as a Judge Advocate General, where she addresses military legal matters.