House Passes Bill for Permanent Daylight Saving Time

For the first time, the U.S. House of Representatives has successfully passed a bill to make daylight saving time permanent. The legislation, titled the Sunshine Protection Act of 2025, received bipartisan support with a vote tally of 308 in favor and 117 against. This signifies broad approval from both parties. The bill now awaits consideration in the Senate.

If the Senate approves the measure, it will proceed to the President. President Trump has indicated his intention to sign it into law upon arrival at his desk. Such a move would end the tradition of changing clocks twice a year that has been in place for decades.

The bill’s progression marks a significant step towards adjusting timekeeping practices in the United States. By establishing permanent daylight saving time, the nation could experience changes in daily routines, energy consumption, and economic activities. The passage of this bill highlights a rare instance of political consensus in a deeply divided political landscape.