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New Laws For The New Year In Oregon

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Taking a call from a loved one while you're driving just got more expensive in Oregon. 

The fines for cell phone use while driving just bumped up with the new year. And that's just one of many changes in state law effective 1-1-2014. 

State Representative Peter Buckley of Ashland visits to talk about the new laws, and even newer ones the legislature might consider in this year's session.  

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Geoffrey Riley is a graduate of the University of Missouri School of Journalism and has hosted the Jefferson Exchange on JPR since 2009. He's been a broadcaster in the Rogue Valley for more than 35 years, working in both television and radio.