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Mary Ellen Klas: DOGE's best idea yet is permanent daylight saving time


Published on 2024-12-12 01:20:48 - TwinCities.com
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  • The good news is that there's already draft legislation, sponsored most recently by Florida Republican Senator Marco Rubio. It's called the "Sunshine Protection Act" and it would make daylight saving time permanent. It even has a catchy slogan: "Lock the clock." The Senate passed a similar bill in 2022 with bipartisan support. It died in the House.

The article by Mary Ellen Klas discusses the ongoing debate over Daylight Saving Time (DST) in Florida, highlighting a new legislative proposal to make DST permanent. Florida Senator Marco Rubio has reintroduced the Sunshine Protection Act, aiming to eliminate the biannual clock changes. The article outlines the arguments for and against this change: proponents argue that permanent DST would provide more daylight in the evening, potentially boosting economic activity, reducing seasonal depression, and enhancing safety. Critics, however, point out potential issues like darker mornings, which could affect schoolchildren and morning commutes, and the misalignment with natural light cycles. The piece also touches on the historical context of DST, its initial purpose during wartime, and how public opinion has shifted over time. Despite the bill's reintroduction, there remains significant debate and no immediate action from Congress, leaving the future of DST in limbo.

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