Summary
Clocks in most of the U.S. will move forward by one hour on Sunday for daylight saving time. Many people dislike changing the clocks twice a year, but efforts to make daylight saving time permanent have not succeeded. Some states have passed laws to make daylight saving permanent, but Congress needs to approve it.
Key Facts
- Most U.S. clocks will move forward by an hour at 2 a.m. on Sunday for daylight saving time.
- Many people find the time change disruptive, affecting sleep and daily routines.
- A poll shows that about half of U.S. adults oppose changing the clocks, and many prefer permanent daylight saving time.
- Nineteen states have passed laws supporting permanent daylight saving time but need Congress to approve it.
- In 2022, the U.S. Senate passed a bill for permanent daylight saving time, but the House has not voted on it.
- The airline industry opposes the change due to scheduling complexities.
- Some experts argue for permanent standard time for better alignment with natural light and health benefits.
