Overview
- The House voted 308–117 to pass the Sunshine Protection Act, sending the bill to the Senate after broad bipartisan support in the chamber.
- If signed, clocks would stay on daylight saving time year-round, shifting winter sunrises one hour later so places like Dallas would see about 8:30 a.m. dawns and New Orleans about 8:00 a.m.
- The change would redistribute morning light into the evening with no net increase in daylight and is prompting state officials to consider opt-out rules for areas that prefer standard time.
- Medical groups including the AASM and the AMA and cardiologists warn later winter sunrises could harm circadian rhythms and raise short-term cardiac and safety risks for children and commuters.
- The idea has deep roots in U.S. time law and public opinion is divided, with a 2025 AP‑NORC poll showing 56% favored permanent DST when given a choice, while the Senate and state decisions will determine next steps.