Representative Ed Goodwin Contact information

Edward C. Goodwin, known as Ed Goodwin, is a seasoned leader and dedicated public servant representing District 1 in the North Carolina House of Representatives. He has a distinguished career in both military service and law enforcement, bringing a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to serving his constituents.

Born in Edenton, North Carolina, Goodwin grew up on his family’s farm. After graduating from John A. Holmes High School, he attended East Carolina University. Before he could finish his degree, he was drafted and later enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1972. After four years of service, he was honorably discharged and received the United States Air Force Airman’s Medal for Heroism. Goodwin eventually returned to East Carolina University, receiving a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice in 1981.

In 1983, Goodwin began his career as a special agent with the Naval Criminal Investigative Service. He was an INF Nuclear Arms Treaty Inspector in the former Soviet Union from 1989-1992. He retired in 2004 after 23 years and moved to his hometown to start his farm.

Upon returning to his hometown, Goodwin decided to enter into politics. He chose to run for election to the Chowan County Commission. He ran successfully in 2008 and served until 2012. He did not run for re-election in 2012 due to his bid for North Carolina Secretary of State. His term as commissioner ended on December 4, 2012.

Goodwin assumed office as a member of the North Carolina House of Representatives, representing District 1, on January 1, 2019. His current term ends on January 1, 2025. Goodwin is running for re-election to the North Carolina House of Representatives to represent District 1. He is on the ballot in the general election on November 5, 2024.

As of the 2020 Census, North Carolina state representatives represented an average of 87,116 residents. After the 2010 Census, each member represented 79,715 residents. North Carolina House of Representatives District 1 is represented by Ed Goodwin (R).

Goodwin was assigned to the following committees in the 2023-2024 session:

• Agriculture Committee
• Appropriations Committee, Vice Chair
• Appropriations on Agriculture and Natural and Economic Resources Committee, Chair
• Environment Committee
• Marine Resources and Aqua Culture Committee
• State Personnel Committee
• House Transportation Committee
• Military and Veterans Affairs Committee, Chair