Congress Votes to Make Daylight Saving Time Permanent—But Dark Mornings Spark Fierce Debate

Congress Votes to Make Daylight Saving Time Permanent—But Dark Mornings Spark Fierce Debate

The U.S. Congress is set to vote this week on the Sunshine Protection Act, which would make daylight saving time permanent across the country, ending the twice-yearly clock change [197841][195949]. The bill, backed by a bipartisan committee vote of 48 to one and endorsed by former President Donald Trump, would lock clocks forward year-round [195949]. Supporters say the change would boost evening activity, reduce seasonal depression, and improve health and economic productivity [197841][195949]. But critics warn that in many northern states, sunrise would come after 9 a.m. during winter months, creating darker mornings for commuters and school children [195949]. No final decision has been made, and the debate is expected to continue in the coming weeks [197841].

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