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Distracted & Inattentive Driving VML supports legislative efforts to protect the public and prevent private property damage resulting from individuals who are distracted and inattentive while driving, regardless of the causes of distraction. Local governments should be authorized to enforce state laws and local ordinances dealing with this problem. Education Funding A strong public school system is essential to economic development and prosperity. The state must be a reliable funding partner in accordance with the Virginia Constitu- tion and state statutes. The Standards of Quality should recognize the resources, including positions, required for a high -quality public education system. VML opposes changes in methodology and changes in the division of financial responsibility that result in a shift of funding responsibility from the state to localities. Further, VML opposes policies that lower state contributions but do nothing to address the cost of meeting the requirements of the Standards of Accreditation and Standards of Learning Any approach to improving low - performing schools must include adequate state financial support. VML supports increased state funding for the Virginia Preschool Ini- tiative, the K -3 reduced class size program and Early Reading Intervention program. VML also supports increased state stipends for highly effective teachers in high - poverty schools, and other innovative programs for teachers and students. Equal Rights Amendment VML supports the passage of the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) and urges the General Assembly to take the necessary steps to put this matter before the citizens of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Local and Regional Taxing Authority for Transit Capital Needs Public transportation is critical to the economy and quality of life of all Virginians. VNII, supports legislation that would allow localities to adopt additional regional or local taxes to provide needed capital funds. Local Option Regulation of Disposable Plastic Bags VMI, supports legislation to allow local option authority to develop incentives or regulations to decrease or otherwise regulate the distribution, sale, or offer of dispos- able plastic bags. Proffers The authority to impose impact fees should include calculations for the cost of all public infrastructure, including local transportation, transit, and school construction 4 2019 VML legislative Program