Stephen F. Lynch is an American Democratic politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Massachusetts's 8th congressional district since 2001. Born March 31, 1955, in Boston, Massachusetts, Lynch earned his BA from Boston College and JD from Boston College Law School. He served in the Massachusetts House of Representatives from 1995 to 2000 before being elected to Congress. Known for his focus on financial oversight, government reform, and veterans' affairs, Lynch has been re-elected numerous times and serves on key House committees.