Lucas McDiarmid

Lucas G. F. McDiarmid is a dynamic policy leader and public servant based in Western Massachusetts, currently serving as Legislative Director to the Speaker Pro Tempore of the Massachusetts House of Representatives. In this senior role, he oversees a diverse legislative portfolio that includes agriculture, fire and public safety, and clean water, managing policy strategy and advancing the Speaker Pro Tem’s legislative priorities.

He also spearheads efforts in the House as lead staff-member for the 21st Century Agriculture Commission, chaired by the Speaker Pro Tem, working to shape forward-looking agricultural policy in the Commonwealth. Prior to his current appointment, McDiarmid made significant contributions in the Massachusetts Senate as District Director for former Senator Anne Gobi.

In addition to his legislative work, McDiarmid is a firefighter and community liaison with the Three Rivers Fire Department. He served 2-terms on the Palmer Conservation Commission. McDiarmid is committed to outdoor justice, and served as a former Outings Leader for Latino Outdoors, where he worked to advance inclusive access to the outdoors. He holds board roles with the Opacum Land Trust, Norcross Wildlife Foundation, and Connecticut River Conservancy. McDiarmid holds a BA in Political Science and Public Policy from the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts and a Master's of Public Administration in international development from Norwich University. Born in San Pedro Sula, Honduras, and raised in Western Massachusetts, he is passionate about public service, environmental stewardship, and community resilience.

McDiarmid lives in Palmer with his dog, Jameson, and his cat, Lewis.