The U.S. Senate on Tuesday passed legislation that would make daylight saving time permanent starting in 2023, ending the twice-annual changing of clocks in a move promoted by supporters advocating brighter afternoons and more economic activity.
Highlights
- The U.S.
- Senate on Tuesday passed legislation that would make daylight saving time permanent starting in 2023.
- The Senate approved the measure, called the Sunshine Protection Act, unanimously by voice vote.
- The House of Representatives must still pass the bill before it can go to President Joe Biden to sign it.
- The White House has not said whether Biden supports it.
- Supporters say the change would help enable children to play outdoors later and reduce seasonal depression.