DAYLIGHT Act

Daylight All Year Leads to Ideal Gains in Happiness and Temperament Act or the DAYLIGHT Act

This bill allows states to observe daylight savings time year-round. (States may already choose to observe standard time year-round.)

No later than two years after enactment of this bill, the Government Accountability Office shall submit a report to Congress containing the results of a study on implementing daylight savings time year-round.

The DAYLIGHT Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 5906, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to make Daylight Saving Time (DST) permanent throughout the year, eliminating the practice of changing the clocks twice a year.

If passed, the DAYLIGHT Act would require states to observe DST year-round, meaning that there would no longer be a need to "spring forward" or "fall back" each year. This change is intended to provide several benefits, including reducing energy consumption, improving public health by reducing the risk of heart attacks and strokes associated with the time changes, and increasing economic productivity.

Supporters of the bill argue that making DST permanent would provide more daylight in the evenings, which could lead to increased outdoor activities and reduced crime rates. However, opponents of the bill have raised concerns about the potential negative effects on certain industries, such as agriculture and transportation, as well as the disruption to people's daily routines. Overall, the DAYLIGHT Act is a controversial piece of legislation that has sparked debate among lawmakers and the public. It remains to be seen whether or not this bill will ultimately be passed into law.