Edward Beard | |
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| 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 | January 20, 1940 Providence, Rhode Island, U.S. |
| Died | January 11, 2021 (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.