House Approves Year‑Round Daylight Saving Time Bill
On Tuesday the House voted 308‑117 to move a proposal that would make daylight saving time permanent across the United States.
The bill now awaits Senate approval and, if passed, would go to President Donald Trump for his signature.
Federal Context and Political Background
Trump has previously called the twice‑yearly clock change a “ridiculous, twice‑yearly production” and in May urged Republicans to scrap it, saying it cost “hundreds of millions of dollars” each year.
He made the remarks in a Truth Social post that was highlighted by CNN.
State‑Level Implications
Ontario’s Conditional Plan
Ontario passed the Time Amendment Act in 2020, which would end the biannual shift only if Quebec and New York also adopt year‑round daylight saving time.
A spokesperson for Premier Doug Ford’s office said the province will keep its current practice unless those two jurisdictions change.
The image below shows Premier Ford in Toronto on June 10, 2026.
Quebec and New York Status
Quebec has expressed reluctance to make the change, while New York has not yet enacted legislation for permanent daylight saving time, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures.
Economic and Health Arguments
Supportive Views
Proponents say permanent daylight saving time could lessen seasonal depression, increase evening economic activity and reduce crime after dark.
Democratic Rep. Frank Pallone noted that “the science is clear” and questioned why the nation continues to change its clocks each year.
Critical Perspectives
Critics warn that a fixed schedule may harm farmers and endanger students who travel to school in the early morning darkness.
