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Several state lawmakers are proposing legislation that bans cellphone use while driving, with the exception of hands-free devices.

Democrat Rep. Frank Hornstein says more and more accidents are the result of distracted driving. He says this law would save lives and prevent injuries. The 

 Hornstein is co-authoring the bill with Republican Rep. Mark Uglem.

If the bill passes, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety says Minnesota would join 14 other states and Washington, D.C., that have a "hands-free" law. Minnesota has banned texting while driving since 2008. All but four states have similar texting bans.

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If the bill passes, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety says Minnesota would join 14 other states and Washington, D.C., that have a "hands-free" law.

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