Representative Ed Diehl

Ed Diehl is an American engineer, businessman, and politician serving as a Republican member of the Oregon House of Representatives from District 17. He was first elected in 2022 and assumed office on January 9, 2023. He was re-elected in 2024, with his current term ending in 2027.

District 17 includes East Salem, Turner, Detroit, and Idanha. Diehl identifies as a conservative Republican with stated priorities including forest management, support for small businesses, and reducing regulatory burdens. He has been critical of progressive policies adopted in Portland and emphasizes issues affecting rural communities.

In 2025, Diehl helped establish the *Oregon Freedom Coalition *, a political advocacy organization focused on tax policy, transportation funding, and government accountability, where he serves as president. Under OFC, he supported campaigns opposing large-scale tax and fee increases proposed in statewide transportation legislation.

Diehl is a candidate for governor in the 2026 election, focusing on education, agency audits, taxes, public safety, and accountability.

Education

Diehl holds a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford University.

Political Experience

During the 2025 legislative session, Diehl served on the following committees:

• House Behavioral Health and Health Care Committee
• House Economic Development and Small Business Committee
• House Conduct Committee
• Joint Ways and Means Subcommittee on Human Services

Prior to his legislative service, Diehl worked in business for over 20 years as a co-owner and president of Concept Systems Inc., a factory automation company focused on improving efficiency in American manufacturing.