House Passes Bill to Make Daylight Saving Time Permanent

Why it matters locally: If enacted, this federal legislation would eliminate the twice-yearly time change in California, impacting daily schedules for businesses, schools, and transportation across the state. This aligns with past legislative efforts within California to establish permanent daylight saving time.

WASHINGTON – The House of Representatives has passed legislation to make daylight saving time permanent across the United States. The bill, named the Sunshine Protection Act, now proceeds to the Senate for further consideration. Former President Donald Trump previously expressed support for the measure.