Americans react to making daylight saving time permanent
The US House of Representatives passed the Sunshine Protection Act, which aims to make daylight saving time permanent across most of the country. This vote means the US is closer to stopping the twice-a-year change in clocks. The bill now needs approval from the Senate.
Reported by 6 outlets — BBC US & Canada, CBS News, The Hill, Business Insider, The Verge. See all sources ↓
Lawmakers in the US House voted on a new law. This law wants to keep daylight saving time all year long. This stops people from changing their clocks twice every year. Many lawmakers supported this plan. Now, the Senate must vote on it next.
Why it matters
If passed, you will not have to change your clocks twice a year. Some experts think this is good for our bodies and health.
- What is the name of the bill?
- The bill is called the Sunshine Protection Act.
- Who passed the bill?
- Lawmakers in the US House of Representatives passed it.
- What happens next?
- The bill must now be reviewed and voted on by the Senate.
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Most outlets report that the vote happened and it is moving forward. Business Insider adds a strong counter-argument from health experts.
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The bill passed with large support in the House, moving toward permanence.
Sources4TypeAngleCBS NewsPassed with overwhelming support.
Business InsiderVoted 308-117 to make it permanent.
The HillCloser to locking the clocks.
BBC US & CanadaHouse voted to make DST permanent.
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Focus on benefits/reasons for making it permanent.
Sources3TypeAngleThe VergeSaves money for people and cities.
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The opposing view: Health experts say standard time is better.
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