House Bill Proposes Making Standard Time Permanent, Ending Daylight Saving Time

Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, July 13, 2026 —

A legislative proposal introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives aims to establish standard time as the permanent time observed throughout the year, which would effectively end the practice of daylight saving time. The bill, if enacted, would eliminate the biannual clock-changing ritual currently in place.

The specific details of the bill indicate that while standard time would become the year-round standard, there may be certain exceptions to this rule. The full implications and the nature of these potential exceptions are not yet detailed in the publicly available information regarding the proposal.

Daylight saving time, the practice of advancing clocks during warmer months, has been a subject of debate for decades. Proponents argue it can save energy and provide more opportunities for outdoor activities. However, critics point to potential negative impacts on public health, including disruptions to sleep patterns, and argue that any energy savings are minimal or non-existent in modern times. The shift between standard time and daylight saving time has also been linked to temporary increases in heart attacks and workplace injuries.

The proposed legislation in the House seeks to address these concerns by opting for a permanent standard time. This would mean that clocks would not be moved forward in the spring. The bill’s introduction marks a significant step in the ongoing discussion about whether the United States should continue its current system of adjusting clocks twice a year.

Further legislative action and public discussion will be necessary to determine the fate of this bill and whether the nation will transition to a permanent standard time. The specific timeline for consideration and potential enactment remains uncertain.

Story summarized from the original created by Addy Bink on thehill.com, see more information here.

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