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Debate to end time changes: NPR

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Twice a year, each year, this ritual returns literally like clockwork. That is, the start and end of daylight saving time.

Millions of Americans are grunting and gleefully tapping their devices or winding up the hands of their clocks to manually and mentally change the time to reflect the changing seasons. I am.

In recent years, lawmakers have talked about how this well-worn tradition is coming to an end. A number of federal and state-level bills aimed at changing the clock twice a year are either awaiting action or stalled, at least for now.

Let’s look at the situation here.

What does the Senate bill that would end the time change look like?

In March 2022, the Senate passed the Sunshine Protection Act. The intention behind this bill was to make daylight saving time permanent starting in spring 2023.

And at first, it looked like it might become a reality. The Senate passed the bill with unanimous consent following an expedited process. This is a rarity in today’s day and age.

However, this bill was not debated in the House of Representatives.member Although he cited issues that should be prioritized, such as the budget deficit and the war in Ukraine, there were also growing voices of criticism. The Bill’s approach (more on this below).

Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Florida) reintroduced the bill in March 2023 and sent it to the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, but there has been no significant movement since then. A related bill introduced by Florida Republican Rep. Vern Buchanan is also pending in a House-level committee.

No matter which Even if the bill somehow manages to pass both houses of Congress, it will need to be signed by President Biden, who has not made clear what position he takes on it. About that issue.

Therefore, for now the tradition remains intact.

Who observes daylight savings time?

All states except Hawaii and Arizona (excluding the Navajo Nation) observe daylight saving time. The U.S. territories of American Samoa, Guam, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands and Northern Mariana Islands also do not change their clocks.

What are the arguments against the Sunshine Protection Act?

time sun protection law First discussed by a House subcommittee, experts say a permanent switch to daylight saving time would save lives, reduce crime, save energy, improve health, and more. Stated.

and almost everyone agrees with that Ending time changes is generally a good idea. Our bodies are extremely sensitive to disruptions to our circadian rhythms.

but The medical community is concerned about Here’s how the bill proposes changes: It would require all states to adopt permanent daylight savings time instead of sticking to standard time.

Doctors and scientists claim that standard time is better for our health. Our body clocks are better regulated by exposure to morning light, resulting in improved sleep cycles.

But the bill’s sponsors remain unmoved. Mr. Rubio continues to push for permanent daylight saving time.

And the biggest argument against this approach may be economic. The idea is that if there is more light at night, people will go out and do something – spend money.

For example, convenience stores nationwide have asked Congressional subcommittees to increase in spending when the clock is set to daylight savings time.

Can each state adopt its own time change rules?

With the federal law in a holding pattern, states may take up the issue, but there are still some federal restrictions.

of unified time lawThe bill, passed in 1966, states that states may establish permanent standard time, but not permanent daylight saving time.

At least 550 bills and resolutions regarding time changes have surfaced at the state level in recent years, according to a tally by the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL). In other words, the same debates happening at the federal level are being played out in statehouses across the country.

save standard timeA non-profit organization dedicated to abolishing daylight saving time, which regularly updates detailed charts showing the exact status of state bills.

Which states are abolishing daylight saving time?

At least 29 states are considering daylight saving time legislation in 2023.

At least half of these states Measures enacted or passed It promised to switch to permanent daylight saving time if Congress changed the rules to allow such a measure.

Some of these states were also actively considering legislation to eliminate daylight saving time, but switching states to year-round standard time would According to NCSL.

last month, oregon banknotes A bill that would have kept much of the state on Pacific Standard Time year-round failed to pass in the state Senate. But supporters agreed to amend the bill to say Oregon would end daylight saving time only if California and Washington state make similar changes within the next 10 years.

Lawmakers in Oregon’s neighboring states of Idaho, California and Washington have proposed similar bills.

When does daylight savings time end?

It’s Sunday, November 3rd. Mark your calendars.

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of Zeitfeld (time field) A clock installation by Klaus Linke will be seen in a park in Düsseldorf, Germany in 2019.

Maya Hitiji/Getty Images

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Maya Hitiji/Getty Images

of Zeitfeld (time field) A clock installation by Klaus Linke will be seen in a park in Düsseldorf, Germany in 2019.

Maya Hitiji/Getty Images

Twice a year, each year, this ritual returns literally like clockwork. That is, the start and end of daylight saving time. Millions of Americans are grunting and gleefully tapping their devices or winding up the hands of their clocks to manually and mentally change the time to reflect the changing seasons. I am. In recent years, lawmakers have talked about how this well-worn tradition is coming to an end. A number of federal and state-level bills aimed at changing the clock twice a year are either awaiting action or stalled, at least for now. Let’s look at the situation here.

What does the Senate bill that would end the time change look like? In March 2022, the Senate passed the Sunshine Protection Act. The intention behind this bill was to make daylight saving time permanent starting in spring 2023. And at first, it looked like it might become a reality. The Senate passed the bill with unanimous consent following an expedited process. This is a rarity in today’s day and age. However, this bill was not debated in the House of Representatives.member Although he cited issues that should be prioritized, such as the budget deficit and the war in Ukraine, there were also growing voices of criticism. The Bill’s approach (more on this below).

Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Florida) reintroduced the bill in March 2023 and sent it to the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, but there has been no significant movement since then. A related bill introduced by Florida Republican Rep. Vern Buchanan is also pending in a House-level committee. No matter which Even if the bill somehow manages to pass both houses of Congress, it will need to be signed by President Biden, who has not made clear what position he takes on it. About that issue. Therefore, for now the tradition remains intact. Who observes daylight savings time? All states except Hawaii and Arizona (excluding the Navajo Nation) observe daylight saving time. The U.S. territories of American Samoa, Guam, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands and Northern Mariana Islands also do not change their clocks.

What are the arguments against the Sunshine Protection Act? time sun protection law First discussed by a House subcommittee, experts say a permanent switch to daylight saving time would save lives, reduce crime, save energy, improve health, and more. Stated. and almost everyone agrees with that Ending time changes is generally a good idea. Our bodies are extremely sensitive to disruptions to our circadian rhythms. but The medical community is concerned about Here’s how the bill proposes changes: It would require all states to adopt permanent daylight savings time instead of sticking to standard time. Doctors and scientists claim that standard time is better for our health. Our body clocks are better regulated by exposure to morning light, resulting in improved sleep cycles.

But the bill’s sponsors remain unmoved. Mr. Rubio continues to push for permanent daylight saving time. And the biggest argument against this approach may be economic. The idea is that if there is more light at night, people will go out and do something – spend money. For example, convenience stores nationwide have asked Congressional subcommittees to increase in spending when the clock is set to daylight savings time. Can each state adopt its own time change rules? With the federal law in a holding pattern, states may take up the issue, but there are still some federal restrictions. of unified time lawThe bill, passed in 1966, states that states may establish permanent standard time, but not permanent daylight saving time. At least 550 bills and resolutions regarding time changes have surfaced at the state level in recent years, according to a tally by the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL). In other words, the same debates happening at the federal level are being played out in statehouses across the country.

save standard timeA non-profit organization dedicated to abolishing daylight saving time, which regularly updates detailed charts showing the exact status of state bills.

Which states are abolishing daylight saving time? At least 29 states are considering daylight saving time legislation in 2023. At least half of these states Measures enacted or passed It promised to switch to permanent daylight saving time if Congress changed the rules to allow such a measure. Some of these states were also actively considering legislation to eliminate daylight saving time, but switching states to year-round standard time would According to NCSL. last month, oregon banknotes A bill that would have kept much of the state on Pacific Standard Time year-round failed to pass in the state Senate. But supporters agreed to amend the bill to say Oregon would end daylight saving time only if California and Washington state make similar changes within the next 10 years. Lawmakers in Oregon’s neighboring states of Idaho, California and Washington have proposed similar bills. When does daylight savings time end? It’s Sunday, November 3rd. Mark your calendars.

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