House Republicans advanced legislation that would make daylight saving time permanent year-round, ending the biannual clock change between standard and daylight time across most of the United States.
Former President Donald Trump applauded the legislative move. Under current federal law, most states shift clocks forward in spring and back in fall, a ritual that has prompted recurring debate over health, commerce, and energy implications.
Supporters argue permanent daylight saving time reduces sleep disruption and may benefit evening commerce and outdoor activity. Critics cite chronobiology research suggesting standard time aligns better with human circadian rhythms, especially on winter mornings when darkness would persist later under year-round daylight time.
Congress has debated time-change reforms repeatedly without enacting lasting nationwide change. Some states have explored regional preferences, and public opinion polls have kept the issue on the legislative agenda during recent election cycles.
Advancing the bill in the House represents a procedural step toward possible enactment. Passage would still require Senate approval and presidential signature before clocks would stop changing twice each year under federal law.
Trump’s praise for House Republicans highlighted political support for the measure, though the Senate has blocked similar proposals in previous sessions when regional and industry objections resurfaced.
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