State Representative - Michigan's 77th District Lansing, DeWitt & Grand Ledgehttps://bsky.app/profile/emilydievendorf.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/emilydievendorf.bsky.social/post/3mkqfb34r6c2hToday, I introduced HB 5951 to limit the use of chemical weapons and kinetic energy projectiles against protestors. Michiganders have a constitutional right to peacefully assemble and make their voices heard. #MiLeg30 Apr 2026 19:52 +0000at://did:plc:odcpwhwss3hdwt5ac5ljpy2k/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkqfb34r6c2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/emilydievendorf.bsky.social/post/3mkli3kdffk2tFederal law already protects consumers from extra loud commercials on cable and broadcast television, but those protections have not kept pace with the shift to streaming. HB 5924 brings those same protections to streaming services, where most people watch today.28 Apr 2026 20:59 +0000at://did:plc:odcpwhwss3hdwt5ac5ljpy2k/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkli3kdffk2thttps://bsky.app/profile/emilydievendorf.bsky.social/post/3mkl45if3bs2hRepublicans have bills to roll back Michigan’s clean energy standards, framing it as “reliability” and “affordability.” But rolling back clean energy doesn’t lower costs, it locks Michigan into more expensive fossil fuels, weakens our energy independence and sets us up for higher bills long-term.28 Apr 2026 17:26 +0000at://did:plc:odcpwhwss3hdwt5ac5ljpy2k/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkl45if3bs2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/emilydievendorf.bsky.social/post/3mk4dawxglc2z22 Apr 2026 20:23 +0000at://did:plc:odcpwhwss3hdwt5ac5ljpy2k/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk4dawxglc2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/emilydievendorf.bsky.social/post/3mk4cyloj7s2zOut-of-touch House Republicans have mishandled the economy, ignoring devastating tariffs, skyrocketing gas prices, and rising inflation. Now they want to slash funding to critical programs and services, making it even harder for you to get by.22 Apr 2026 20:18 +0000at://did:plc:odcpwhwss3hdwt5ac5ljpy2k/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk4cyloj7s2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/emilydievendorf.bsky.social/post/3mi2oh3fny22gI can’t believe March is almost over! Thank you to Mid-Michigan Leadership Academy, Pattengill Biotechnical Magnet School, and Post Oak Academy for having me read this week. 🧑🏼‍🏫27 Mar 2026 17:47 +0000at://did:plc:odcpwhwss3hdwt5ac5ljpy2k/app.bsky.feed.post/3mi2oh3fny22ghttps://bsky.app/profile/emilydievendorf.bsky.social/post/3mhikj3tfic2rMarch is Reading Month Week 3! Thank you to Willow Elementary and Gier Park Elementary for having me. 📙🐛20 Mar 2026 12:49 +0000at://did:plc:odcpwhwss3hdwt5ac5ljpy2k/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhikj3tfic2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/emilydievendorf.bsky.social/post/3mhik62khoc2xEid is a time of joy, gratitude, and togetherness, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. It is a day when families come together, homes are filled with delicious food, and hearts are filled with warmth and generosity.20 Mar 2026 12:43 +0000at://did:plc:odcpwhwss3hdwt5ac5ljpy2k/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhik62khoc2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/emilydievendorf.bsky.social/post/3mggabdxsp22qIt’s my favorite time of year…March is Reading Month! We are off to a great start this year. Thank you to Cumberland Elementary, Pattengill Biotechnical Magnet School, and the Human Rights Campaign/Salus Center for hosting me!06 Mar 2026 21:15 +0000at://did:plc:odcpwhwss3hdwt5ac5ljpy2k/app.bsky.feed.post/3mggabdxsp22qhttps://bsky.app/profile/emilydievendorf.bsky.social/post/3mg44y5wxtk26As February ends and March begins, I would like to encourage us all to take a moment and reflect. We must continue to honor the past and present achievements of Black Americans as American History, while simultaneously reaffirming our commitment to Justice, Equity and Opportunity for All.02 Mar 2026 20:50 +0000at://did:plc:odcpwhwss3hdwt5ac5ljpy2k/app.bsky.feed.post/3mg44y5wxtk26https://bsky.app/profile/emilydievendorf.bsky.social/post/3mfui5km7dk24The Affordable Water Now package (House Bills 4555, 5170–5173) offers real, lasting change: a fair billing structure, protections for vulnerable households, and the certainty that basic needs won’t be compromised when times get tough. https://www.detroitnews.com/story/opinion/2026/02/26/opinion-bills-could-make-water-affordable-for-all-michiganians/88818668007/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=true&gca-epti=z11xx95p119950l115650c119950v11xx95d--47--b--47--&gca-ft=224&gca-ds=sophi27 Feb 2026 19:48 +0000at://did:plc:odcpwhwss3hdwt5ac5ljpy2k/app.bsky.feed.post/3mfui5km7dk24https://bsky.app/profile/emilydievendorf.bsky.social/post/3mfkitq2ojc2wURGENT: Legislative Hearing on Medical Care at Women’s Huron Valley — Expected Tuesday, February 24th at 9 AM 📍 State Capitol Building, Room 352 🕘 9:00 AM Submit written testimony: Edward Sleeper, Committee Clerk 📧 esleeper@house.mi.gov 📞 517-373-5024 🎥 Watch live: www.house.mi.gov https://www.house.mi.gov/23 Feb 2026 20:34 +0000at://did:plc:odcpwhwss3hdwt5ac5ljpy2k/app.bsky.feed.post/3mfkitq2ojc2whttps://bsky.app/profile/emilydievendorf.bsky.social/post/3mf67qi4a2s2xToday, @lauriepohutsky.bsky.social and I, are introducing the SAFER Act, because Michigan can and should protect students and school staff from harassment.18 Feb 2026 23:19 +0000at://did:plc:odcpwhwss3hdwt5ac5ljpy2k/app.bsky.feed.post/3mf67qi4a2s2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/emilydievendorf.bsky.social/post/3me2uqhixsc2qToday, I introduced HBs 5508-5509 aimed at protecting survivors of sexual violence and harassment in the workplace. The stories of survivors are theirs to share. #MiLeg04 Feb 2026 21:59 +0000at://did:plc:odcpwhwss3hdwt5ac5ljpy2k/app.bsky.feed.post/3me2uqhixsc2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/emilydievendorf.bsky.social/post/3me2p42ickk2eDo you have a nomination for a teacher, local business, or community member that you feel deserves recognition? Fill out the fom below so my office can prepare a tribute or certificate! https://forms.gle/KWNhB3df1iJyJHZP904 Feb 2026 20:18 +0000at://did:plc:odcpwhwss3hdwt5ac5ljpy2k/app.bsky.feed.post/3me2p42ickk2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/emilydievendorf.bsky.social/post/3mdyeapftgk2mJoin me for a Know Your Rights virtual town hall on Tuesday, February 17 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m! We will be focusing on Immigration Rights and Interactions with Law Enforcement. RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc4JTi7A0uHangby_jlT7o0ToBvEeOxVfT51vwBMfYyh1bcwA/viewform03 Feb 2026 21:59 +0000at://did:plc:odcpwhwss3hdwt5ac5ljpy2k/app.bsky.feed.post/3mdyeapftgk2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/emilydievendorf.bsky.social/post/3mdnm2kjrdk2jI am honored to be one of four state legislators from Michigan who joined 53 lawmakers from around the country in person, and one of almost 600 state legislators who signed a letter condemning the federal government’s assault on our freedoms.30 Jan 2026 15:19 +0000at://did:plc:odcpwhwss3hdwt5ac5ljpy2k/app.bsky.feed.post/3mdnm2kjrdk2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/emilydievendorf.bsky.social/post/3mdkzxm2bws27https://michiganadvance.com/briefs/four-michigan-democratic-among-lawmakers-heading-to-minnesota-in-show-of-solidarity/29 Jan 2026 14:50 +0000at://did:plc:odcpwhwss3hdwt5ac5ljpy2k/app.bsky.feed.post/3mdkzxm2bws27https://bsky.app/profile/emilydievendorf.bsky.social/post/3mdgffn3oz22lAn update on the POAM post: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DPFZCfR4Y/?mibextid=wwXIfr27 Jan 2026 18:32 +0000at://did:plc:odcpwhwss3hdwt5ac5ljpy2k/app.bsky.feed.post/3mdgffn3oz22lhttps://bsky.app/profile/emilydievendorf.bsky.social/post/3mddygfbl4k2mThis is not just unprofessional, it is irresponsible and dangerous. POAM, the official organization that serves to represent police officers statewide, should not be spreading this kind of propaganda. What our communities need is safety and justice.26 Jan 2026 19:34 +0000at://did:plc:odcpwhwss3hdwt5ac5ljpy2k/app.bsky.feed.post/3mddygfbl4k2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/emilydievendorf.bsky.social/post/3mcsgat5wjs23As we face adversity, let’s remember and embrace the strength Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. exemplified. Arrested, assaulted and threatened, he never wavered in his pursuit of justice.19 Jan 2026 19:54 +0000at://did:plc:odcpwhwss3hdwt5ac5ljpy2k/app.bsky.feed.post/3mcsgat5wjs23https://bsky.app/profile/emilydievendorf.bsky.social/post/3mbyrifxlwk2g“If there is any group that is avoiding the pain of this moment, it is the wealthiest among us…all of this is for the most part, helping them.” https://audioboom.com/posts/8827640-how-maga-michigan-tried-to-doge-michigan-w-state-rep-emily-dievendorf?fbclid=IwZnRzaAPN5pBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEepT8wDxHHv5QnwoFt0E_8wM6yLNpQ2IxAIKMVc3bnExxe5IrW7DW4q_hXqr8_aem_kIC3cuM3gDIkGzaEXbivtQ09 Jan 2026 15:05 +0000at://did:plc:odcpwhwss3hdwt5ac5ljpy2k/app.bsky.feed.post/3mbyrifxlwk2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/emilydievendorf.bsky.social/post/3mbtx5m2yjc2qThe MI Attorney General has issued a decision that the MI House Republican funding clawback was UNCONSTITUTIONAL. Thank you to everyone who joined with MI House Dems to right this wrong. We will keep fighting for all of us!07 Jan 2026 17:03 +0000at://did:plc:odcpwhwss3hdwt5ac5ljpy2k/app.bsky.feed.post/3mbtx5m2yjc2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/emilydievendorf.bsky.social/post/3mavmnymbjk25As our community members gather to celebrate this Kwanzaa season, I wish you all wisdom, joy and light. #HappyKwanzaa!26 Dec 2025 15:36 +0000at://did:plc:odcpwhwss3hdwt5ac5ljpy2k/app.bsky.feed.post/3mavmnymbjk25https://bsky.app/profile/emilydievendorf.bsky.social/post/3mac45if2es2nToday, I will be introducing bills to: Require insurance coverage of hearing aids for all ages Develop a Homeless Advocacy Fund that allows a voluntary check-off on tax forms to support the work of MCAH Waive fees for vital documents for individuals attempting to flee DV More in 2026!18 Dec 2025 21:20 +0000at://did:plc:odcpwhwss3hdwt5ac5ljpy2k/app.bsky.feed.post/3mac45if2es2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/emilydievendorf.bsky.social/post/3m7ybnrpxhk2xMay your Hanukkah be filled with love and peace. Chag Sameach!14 Dec 2025 23:32 +0000at://did:plc:odcpwhwss3hdwt5ac5ljpy2k/app.bsky.feed.post/3m7ybnrpxhk2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/emilydievendorf.bsky.social/post/3m7oahcni422h10 Dec 2025 23:44 +0000at://did:plc:odcpwhwss3hdwt5ac5ljpy2k/app.bsky.feed.post/3m7oahcni422hhttps://bsky.app/profile/emilydievendorf.bsky.social/post/3m7isldjtxk2pWhat are the biggest challenges facing Michigan right now? I want to hear from you! Take a few minutes to fill out the Vision Project Survey and help shape the future of our state. https://housedems.com/vision-survey/?utm_source=Rep.Dievendorf-Vision+Project&utm_medium=link&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAdGRleAOkC3VleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAadDebDWXG0DZsXNd7pj9DO3wZ5sfdufwD25et0NDtJg4w6DTOv7imTzf071Eg_aem_u3ghs2AUFAhGBJZnkN1sfg08 Dec 2025 19:52 +0000at://did:plc:odcpwhwss3hdwt5ac5ljpy2k/app.bsky.feed.post/3m7isldjtxk2p