U.S. House passes Sunshine Protection Act to make daylight saving time permanent

On July 14, 2026, the U.S. House of Representatives voted 308‑117 to pass the bipartisan Sunshine Protection Act. The bill would keep the nation on daylight‑saving time year‑round, ending the twice‑annual clock changes. President Donald Trump publicly backed the measure, and it now moves to the Senate for further action.

Supporters say permanent daylight‑saving time would provide longer evening daylight in winter, potentially boosting economic activity and allowing more outdoor time. Critics, including Senator Tom Cotton, warn that later winter sunrise would leave commuters and schoolchildren in darkness, raising accident risks. Medical groups have urged permanent standard time instead, citing health concerns tied to the spring‑forward shift. The Senate’s decision will determine whether the change becomes law.