To allow States to elect to observe year-round daylight saving time, and for other purposes.

Bill 118 hr 1474, also known as the Sunshine Protection Act, is a proposed piece of legislation that would give states the option to choose to observe daylight saving time year-round. Currently, most states in the United States switch between standard time and daylight saving time twice a year, causing disruptions to sleep patterns and potentially impacting health and safety.

If passed, this bill would allow states to opt out of the time change and instead remain on daylight saving time throughout the entire year. This would mean longer evenings with more daylight, which proponents argue could have benefits such as reducing energy consumption, promoting outdoor activities, and improving mental health.

The bill also includes provisions for the Department of Transportation to conduct a study on the effects of year-round daylight saving time on various aspects of society, such as transportation, commerce, and public safety. This study would help inform future decisions on whether to continue observing daylight saving time year-round. Overall, the Sunshine Protection Act aims to give states more flexibility in choosing how to observe time changes and potentially provide benefits to the economy and public well-being. It is currently being considered by Congress and may undergo revisions before being voted on.