Huron texting ban takes effect

By Washington Examiner

Published January 3, 2013 8:17pm ET

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HURON, S.D. (AP) — A new law taking effect Thursday bans texting while driving in Huron.

The ordinance approved by the City Commission last month also encompasses distracted driving, which includes everything from eating fast food to reading a newspaper while driving. The measure also bars drivers with learners’ permits from talking on a phone while driving.

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