Edward J. Markey is the Democrat U.S. Senator from Massachusetts, in office since 2013.
Current term began January 3, 2021. In the Senate since July 16, 2013.
Committee assignments
- Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation
- Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works
- Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions
- Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship (Ranking Member)
Committee work shapes much of what happens in the Senate, from hearings to shaping bills before they reach the floor.
Term and next election
Edward J. Markey holds a Class 2 seat in the United States Senate. Senators serve six-year terms, and the two seats in each state sit in different classes, so they are not up for election in the same year. This seat is next on the ballot in 2026, when voters across Massachusetts choose who fills it.
On the ballot November 3, 2026
Edward J. Markey is a candidate for this seat. These candidates are on the ballot:
- Edward J. Markey, Democratic Incumbent
- John Deaton, Republican
- Shiva Ayyadurai, Independent
- Joe Tache, Socialism and Liberation
Source: Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth, 2026 state election candidates, checked September 26, 2026. See all 35 Senate races.
Massachusetts
Edward J. Markey is one of two U.S. Senators for Massachusetts, who represent the whole state rather than a single district. For the U.S. House delegation, see the Massachusetts congressional districts. To find your own House representative, use the home page lookup.
Washington office: 255 Dirksen Senate Office Building Washington DC 20510
Frequently asked questions
When is Edward J. Markey next up for election?
This seat is a Class 2 Senate seat, next up for election in 2026. Every voter in Massachusetts takes part in that race.
What committees does Edward J. Markey serve on?
Edward J. Markey serves on the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works, Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
How do I contact Edward J. Markey?
You can reach the office of Edward J. Markey by phone at 202-224-2742 or through the official U.S. Senate website. The Washington office is at 255 Dirksen Senate Office Building Washington DC 20510.
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Last updated July 10, 2026.
Data last checked September 26, 2026.