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John G. Edwards IV

Currently holds the office of Rhode Island House of Representatives - District 70 until January 5, 2027.

Candidate for Rhode Island House of Representatives - District 70 in 2026 Rhode Island Primary Election.

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John G. Edwards IV

Rhode Island House of Representatives - District 70

About John G. Edwards IV

Professional Experience

DOWNES CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, Project Manager (2024 - Present)

Rhode Island House of Representatives, Representative - District 70 (2008 - Present)

PDSI Contractors Inc, Project Manager (2021 - 2025)

Site Specific, Senior Project Manager (2017 - 2021)

Carlin Construction Company, LLC, Senior Project Manager (2016 - 2017)

H.V. Collins Company, Project Manager (2012 - 2016)

A/Z Corporation, Project Manager (2010 - 2012)

Advanced Building Concepts, Director of Operations/Business Development (2006 - 2009)

Tiverton Town Council, Council Member (2006 - 2008)

Caritas, Director (2004 - 2012)

Cutler Associates, Senior Project Manager (2003 - 2006)

Hodess Construction Corp., Senior Project Manager (1999 - 2003)

Hodess Building Company, Senior Project Manager (1999 - 2003)

O. Ahlborg & Sons, Inc., Project Manager (1998 - 1999)

Degrees

Bachelor's, Northeastern University, Political Science (1983)

High School Diploma, St. Georges School (1976)

Abortion / Contraception

He supports the passage of the Equality in Abortion Coverage Act and ensuring that every Rhode Islander has access to safe and legal reproductive healthcare. Learn more

Jay is a strong supporter of strengthening access to reproductive care. Learn more

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