Oregon House Speaker Julie Fahey has reprimanded Republican Rep. Ed Diehl for violating self-imposed House rules by collecting campaign donations during the legislative session. In a letter of correction, Fahey urged Diehl to return the money and refrain from accepting further contributions during the session, which must end by March 8. While Fahey stated future violations of House rules would be dealt with, she also acknowledged uncertainty over the rule's legal viability. A legal opinion suggests that the rule violates free speech rights and could be struck down in court. This incident is part of a dispute over fundraising limits House members impose upon themselves.