Maryland Rep Andy Harris targeted as Congress moves daylight‑saving time bill forward

Maryland Democratic leaders announced a special legislative session to propose a constitutional amendment that would overhaul the state’s congressional map ahead of the 2024 midterm elections. The effort aims to make Rep. Andy Harris’s (R‑MD‑1) district more competitive, after a previous plan would have eliminated his seat. State House Speaker Joseline Peña‑Melnyk said, “Maryland needs a durable, transparent constitutional framework for congressional redistricting that reflects the evolving legal landscape.”

In Washington, the U.S. House of Representatives voted 308‑117 to pass the Sunshine Protection Act, a bipartisan measure that would make daylight‑saving time permanent nationwide. Introduced by Rep. Vern Buchanan (R‑FL), the bill enjoys strong backing from the White House, which called it “a popular, common‑sense reform.” The legislation would shift clocks forward year‑round, affecting all states except Hawaii and most of Arizona, which could opt to remain on standard time. The measure now heads to the Senate for consideration.