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  • POLITICSAug 16 · 12:02 UTCTHE HILL
    Trump pushes Senate to vote on permanent daylight saving time bill ‘as soon as possible’

    President Trump urged senators to vote on legislation aimed at making daylight saving time permanent. He stressed that the Senate must pass the NO MORE CHANGING THE CLOCKS ACT as soon as possible. This measure, which refers to the Sunshine Protection Act, is reportedly opposed by some Republicans in the upper chamber.

  • POLITICSAug 5 · 19:59 UTCWISCONSIN EXAMINER
    Trump urges US Senate to pass bill making daylight saving time permanent

    President Donald Trump is urging the U.S. Senate to pass the 'Sunshine Protection Act,' which would make daylight saving time permanent nationwide. The bill passed the House in July but faces opposition in the Senate, with some lawmakers arguing it would reduce morning sunlight and harm safety and well-being. Trump highlights potential benefits like reduced crime and health risks, while critics like Sen. Tom Cotton warn of late winter sunrises.

  • POLITICSAug 5 · 16:47 UTCLOUISIANA ILLUMINATOR
    Trump urges US Senate to pass bill making daylight saving time permanent

    President Donald Trump is urging the U.S. Senate to pass the 'Sunshine Protection Act,' which aims to make daylight saving time permanent nationwide. The bill passed the House in July but faces opposition in the Senate, where some senators argue it would reduce morning sunlight, particularly affecting schoolchildren and working Americans.

  • POLITICSAug 5 · 16:41 UTCVIRGINIA MERCURY
    Trump urges US Senate to pass bill making daylight saving time permanent

    President Donald Trump is urging the U.S. Senate to pass the 'Sunshine Protection Act,' which aims to make daylight saving time permanent nationwide. The bill passed the House in July but faces opposition in the Senate, where some members argue it would reduce morning sunlight, particularly affecting schoolchildren and workers.

  • POLITICSAug 5 · 15:53 UTCMICHIGAN ADVANCE
    Trump urges US Senate to pass bill making daylight saving time permanent

    President Donald Trump is urging the U.S. Senate to pass the 'Sunshine Protection Act' to make daylight saving time permanent nationwide. The bill passed the House in July but faces opposition in the Senate, with critics like Sen. Tom Cotton arguing it would reduce morning sunlight. Trump claims the change would reduce accidents, crime, and health risks, while supporters like Sen. Rick Scott push for swift Senate action.

  • POLITICSAug 5 · 00:23 UTCFOX NEWS
    Trump urges Senate to pass bill making daylight saving time permanent after overwhelming House vote

    President Trump urged the Senate to pass the Sunshine Protection Act, which would make daylight saving time permanent, following the House's bipartisan approval. The bill faces uncertainty in the Senate despite Trump's advocacy and claims of economic and public health benefits.

  • POLITICSAug 5 · 00:23 UTCFOX NEWS POLITICS
    Trump urges Senate to pass bill making daylight saving time permanent after overwhelming House vote

    President Donald Trump urged the Senate to pass the Sunshine Protection Act, which would make daylight saving time permanent, following a bipartisan House vote. The bill faces uncertainty in the Senate, with support from coastal states and opposition from Midwest and agriculture states. Trump highlighted benefits including public safety, economic growth, and health improvements.

  • POLITICSJul 21 · 20:59 UTCBRPROUD BATON ROUGE
    Permanent daylight saving time could mean darker mornings for Louisiana students

    The U.S. House passed the Sunshine Protection Act, which aims to make daylight saving time permanent nationwide if approved by the Senate and signed by President Donald Trump. The change could result in darker mornings for Louisiana students.

  • POLITICSJul 18 · 16:00 UTCLAIST
    Why Orthodox Jews are opposing the new daylight saving bill in Congress

    The House passed the Sunshine Protection Act to make daylight saving time permanent, but Orthodox Jewish organizations oppose it due to concerns about delayed morning prayers and communal prayer requirements. The bill faces uncertainty in the Senate, with Orthodox groups like Agudath Israel of America arguing it disrupts religious practices and work schedules.

  • POLITICSJul 18 · 15:14 UTCNEWS10 ALBANY
    Daylight Saving Time may become permanent

    The U.S. House has passed the Sunshine Protection Act, which aims to make daylight saving time permanent, and the bill now awaits Senate approval. The proposal seeks to eliminate the biannual clock changes, which some parents describe as disruptive to children's sleep schedules.

  • POLITICSJul 18 · 14:08 UTCFORTUNE
    It’s time to dump time zones

    The U.S. House passed the 'Sunshine Protection Act' to eliminate clock changes and retain daylight saving time year-round. The article argues for replacing time zones with Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), which would standardize U.S. time globally and align with solar time, adjusting business hours to local daylight patterns.

  • POLITICSJul 17 · 23:36 UTCFOX NEWS
    Time enough at last: What's next after the House passes bill to do away with Daylight Saving Time?

    The House of Representatives passed the Sunshine Protection Act to make Daylight Saving Time permanent, eliminating the biannual clock changes. Supporters argue it provides more evening daylight for activities, though critics question the practical benefits.

  • POLITICSJul 17 · 23:36 UTCFOX NEWS POLITICS
    Time enough at last: What's next after the House passes bill to do away with Daylight Saving Time?

    The House of Representatives passed the Sunshine Protection Act to make Daylight Saving Time permanent in the U.S., eliminating the biannual clock changes. The bill, supported by Rep. Vern Buchanan and Rep. Gus Bilirakis, aims to provide an extra hour of evening daylight for families and businesses.

  • POLITICSJul 17 · 12:00 UTCPOLITICO CONGRESS
    Capitol agenda: Trump leans in on his SAVE America pitch

    President Donald Trump urged lawmakers to pass his election security bill, the SAVE America Act, despite House GOP leaders planning to advance a separate government funding bill. Tensions arise as Trump's push could disrupt Republican funding strategies, with potential government shutdown risks and internal party conflicts over prioritizing election security measures.

  • HEALTHJul 16 · 16:47 UTCNY POST
    Why permanent daylight saving time may be better for your health — as Congress revisits clock change

    The House of Representatives passed the 'Sunshine Protection Act,' which aims to make Daylight Saving Time permanent. The article suggests this change may have health benefits, as Congress reevaluates clock changes.

  • HEALTHJul 16 · 16:32 UTCKOAA NBC5 COLORADO SPRINGS
    Alternative bill to permanent daylight saving time gains support from doctors, lawmakers

    An alternative bill to make standard time permanent, the Sunshine for Our Kids Act, is gaining support from doctors and lawmakers, opposing the recently House-passed Sunshine Protection Act that would make daylight saving time permanent. The key difference is the timing of sunrises and sunsets, with the alternative bill aligning mornings with natural light year-round. A 2025 poll shows most Americans oppose biannual clock changes, but preferences split between permanent daylight saving and standard time.

  • POLITICSJul 16 · 03:01 UTCWTVF NEWSCHANNEL5 NASHVILLE
    The U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill that could end changing our clocks twice a year

    The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Sunshine Protection Act, which would establish year-round Daylight Saving Time and eliminate bi-annual clock changes. The bill requires Senate approval and presidential signing, with supporters citing benefits like improved sleep and public safety, while opponents highlight challenges for farmers and early risers.

  • POLITICSJul 16 · 02:27 UTCWJZY QUEEN CITY NEWS
    NC, SC representatives agree with federal proposal to make daylight saving time permanent

    North Carolina and South Carolina representatives support a federal proposal to make daylight saving time permanent. The House passed the Sunshine Protection Act, allowing states to choose between standard time and permanent daylight saving time, which could eliminate annual clock changes for Americans.

  • POLITICSJul 16 · 01:49 UTCNBC NEWS
    House passes bill that would make daylight saving time permanent

    The House passed the Sunshine Protection Act, a bill to make daylight saving time permanent, and it now moves to the Senate. The article raises a question about potential changes in sunrise times if the bill is enacted.

  • POLITICSJul 16 · 00:15 UTCCROSSCUT SEATTLE
    Lawmakers push to make daylight saving time permanent

    Congress advanced legislation to make daylight saving time permanent nationwide by passing the Sunshine Protection Act in the House. The bipartisan bill will now move to the Senate, where a similar effort previously stalled.

  • POLITICSJul 15 · 16:30 UTCMISSOURI INDEPENDENT
    US House passes bipartisan bill to make daylight saving time permanent

    The U.S. House passed the Sunshine Protection Act to make daylight saving time permanent nationwide with a 308-117 bipartisan vote. The bill, introduced by Republican Rep. Vern Buchanan, aims to eliminate semiannual clock changes and has support from President Donald Trump, though its Senate prospects are unclear. Some health experts argue standard time is better for human circadian rhythms.

  • POLITICSJul 15 · 16:07 UTCTENNESSEE LOOKOUT
    US House passes bipartisan bill to make daylight saving time permanent

    The U.S. House passed the Sunshine Protection Act in a bipartisan vote to make daylight saving time permanent nationwide, with 308-117 support. The bill, introduced by Rep. Vern Buchanan, aims to eliminate biannual clock changes but faces uncertainty in the Senate. It would allow Hawaii, Arizona, and other non-DST states to opt for permanent standard time.

  • POLITICSJul 15 · 15:51 UTCWSVN MIAMI
    House passes bill to make Daylight Saving Time permanent

    The US House passed a bill to make Daylight Saving Time permanent nationwide, with a vote of 308 to 117. The measure now moves to the Senate, where its future is uncertain. Proponents highlight benefits like avoiding clock changes and reducing seasonal depression, while critics warn of economic impacts, particularly for farmers. President Donald Trump endorsed the bill, and 19 states have passed legislation to adopt year-round Daylight Saving Time if Congress approves it.

  • POLITICSJul 15 · 15:51 UTCNC NEWSLINE
    US House passes bipartisan bill to make daylight saving time permanent

    The U.S. House passed the bipartisan Sunshine Protection Act to make daylight saving time permanent nationwide with a 308-117 vote. The bill, introduced by Republican Rep. Vern Buchanan, is supported by President Donald Trump and aims to eliminate twice-yearly clock changes, though it faces Senate uncertainty. Some representatives highlighted economic and health benefits, while others raised concerns about standard time's advantages for circadian rhythms.

  • POLITICSJul 15 · 12:01 UTCWSOC ABC CHARLOTTE
    House approves bill for permanent daylight saving time

    The House passed the Sunshine Protection Act by a 308-117 vote, aiming to make daylight saving time permanent and eliminate biannual clock changes. Proponents argue it would reduce disruptions and provide more evening sunlight, while critics warn of winter darkness and economic impacts on sectors like farming. The bill now moves to the Senate, with President Donald Trump and Florida Republicans supporting it.

  • POLITICSJul 15 · 06:15 UTCWISCONSIN EXAMINER
    US House passes bipartisan bill to make daylight saving time permanent

    The US House passed the Sunshine Protection Act with bipartisan support, aiming to make daylight saving time permanent nationwide. The bill, introduced by Republican Rep. Vern Buchanan, received backing from President Donald Trump and is designed to eliminate biannual clock changes. States not observing daylight saving time, such as Hawaii and Arizona, would have the option to remain on standard time.

  • POLITICSJul 15 · 01:33 UTCNYT US
    House Votes for Permanent Daylight Saving Time

    The House voted to permanently implement Daylight Saving Time and eliminate the twice-a-year clock changes. The proposal is linked to the Sunshine Protection Act reintroduced by Marco Rubio in March 2023.

  • POLITICSJul 15 · 00:34 UTCPIX11 NEW YORK
    How permanent daylight saving time would affect New York

    A bill to make daylight saving time permanent nationwide, the Sunshine Protection Act, has advanced to the Senate after being passed by the House. The legislation would eliminate the biannual clock changes, keeping daylight saving time as the standard time year-round in states like New York.

  • POLITICSJul 15 · 00:19 UTCGEORGIA RECORDER
    US House passes bipartisan bill to make daylight saving time permanent

    The U.S. House passed the bipartisan Sunshine Protection Act to make daylight saving time permanent nationwide, with 308-117 votes. The bill, introduced by Republican Rep. Vern Buchanan, aims to eliminate biannual clock changes and is supported by President Donald Trump, though its Senate future remains uncertain. Opponents, including Democratic Rep. Madeleine Dean, argue standard time is healthier for body rhythms.

  • POLITICSJul 15 · 00:06 UTCMICHIGAN ADVANCE
    US House passes bipartisan bill to make daylight saving time permanent

    The U.S. House passed the Sunshine Protection Act with bipartisan support to make daylight saving time permanent nationwide, eliminating biannual clock changes. The bill, introduced by Rep. Vern Buchanan, received backing from President Donald Trump and faces uncertain prospects in the Senate. Opponents, including Rep. Madeleine Dean, cited health concerns tied to standard time.

  • POLITICSJul 14 · 22:46 UTCARIZONA MIRROR
    US House passes bipartisan bill to make daylight saving time permanent

    The U.S. House passed the Sunshine Protection Act with bipartisan support, making daylight saving time permanent nationwide. The bill, introduced by Republican Rep. Vern Buchanan, passed 308-117 and would eliminate biannual clock changes, though its Senate prospects remain uncertain. States not observing daylight saving time, like Hawaii and Arizona, could opt to remain on standard time.

  • POLITICSJul 14 · 21:45 UTCWDIV CLICKONDETROIT
    House passes bill to 'ditch the switch' and make daylight saving time permanent

    The House passed a bill to make daylight saving time permanent, with a 308-117 vote. The bill allows states to opt out if their legislatures act before enactment, but requires Senate approval to become law. Supporters argue it would provide more evening daylight for families and businesses, while opponents warn of darker winter mornings and safety concerns.

  • POLITICSJul 14 · 21:37 UTCWSMV4 NASHVILLE
    Daylight saving time could change in the United States. Here’s what it means for Tennessee.

    The U.S. House passed the 'Sunshine Protection Act' to make daylight saving time permanent nationwide, pending Senate approval. Tennessee has introduced bills (HB 2071 and HB 1300) to observe standard time year-round but neither has advanced yet.

  • POLITICSJul 14 · 21:35 UTCPOLITICO CONGRESS
    House votes to make daylight saving time permanent

    The House passed legislation to make daylight saving time permanent, ending the biannual clock changes. The vote was divided across party lines, with Florida lawmakers supporting it for economic benefits and others opposing due to concerns about agriculture and public safety. The bill now faces uncertainty in the Senate despite White House support and President Donald Trump's advocacy.

  • POLITICSJul 14 · 21:23 UTCNY POST
    Permanent daylight saving time could become reality under Trump-backed bill – here’s how it would affect New York

    The US House of Representatives is set to vote on the Sunshine Protection Act, which aims to make daylight saving time permanent, eliminating the twice-yearly clock changes. The bill is backed by Trump and could impact New York.

  • POLITICSJul 14 · 19:15 UTCKOAA NBC5 COLORADO SPRINGS
    House to vote Tuesday on bill to enact year-round Daylight Saving Time

    The US House will vote on a bill to implement year-round Daylight Saving Time, with support from President Donald Trump and 19 states. The measure faces uncertain approval in the Senate and has sparked debate over its economic and health impacts, particularly affecting farmers and standard time observers.

  • POLITICSJul 14 · 01:31 UTCPOLITICO CONGRESS
    Democrats divided on whether to make daylight saving time permanent

    House Democrats are divided over legislation to make daylight saving time permanent, with some members opposing due to concerns about child safety and health, while others support it citing public dissatisfaction with clock changes. The bill, which passed the House Energy and Commerce Committee, faces potential challenges as it moves through the Senate, with opposition also coming from lawmakers in agriculture-heavy states.

  • POLITICSJul 13 · 22:51 UTCFOX NEWS
    Trump-backed Daylight Saving Time bill clears key House hurdle

    A bipartisan House committee advanced the Sunshine Protection Act, which would allow states to make Daylight Saving Time permanent with an opt-out option. President Donald Trump supports the measure, which aims to eliminate the twice-a-year clock change, citing benefits like improved public health and economic activity. The bill cleared a key hurdle with a 6-4 vote in the House Rules Committee.

  • POLITICSJul 13 · 22:51 UTCFOX NEWS POLITICS
    Trump-backed Daylight Saving Time bill clears key House hurdle

    A bipartisan Daylight Saving Time bill, the Sunshine Protection Act, cleared a House Rules Committee hurdle and is advancing to a floor vote. The measure, backed by President Donald Trump and supported by 20 states, aims to make Daylight Saving Time permanent with an opt-out option for states.

  • POLITICSJul 10 · 17:00 UTCPOLITICO CONGRESS
    The reason House GOP leaders are holding a vote to stop the changing of the clocks

    House GOP leaders are holding a vote to make daylight saving time permanent via the Sunshine Protection Act to address a revolt led by Rep. Anna Paulina Luna. The bill is a priority for Florida Republicans and President Donald Trump, but its inclusion in a transportation bill faces challenges due to opposition from agriculture-heavy states.