The House of Representatives will vote on the Sunshine Protection Act this week to make Daylight Saving Time the permanent year-round time.
Lawmakers have introduced bills to lock the clock on multiple occasions, but no effort has successfully shepherded legislation over the finish line.
The legislation advanced out of the House Energy and Commerce Committee with overwhelming support by a 48–1 vote in May.
Here’s what we know about the effort to end the twice-yearly clock change.
What the Sunshine Protection Act Would Do
The legislation was created to end the temporary period for Daylight Saving Time, which was enacted under Section 3 of the Uniform Time Act of 1966, effectively repealing the practice….