H.R. 139In committeeAI & technology
Bill would end seasonal clock changes and lock in daylight saving time year-round
Data as of July 11, 2026
HR 139 would make daylight saving time permanent in the US, ending the twice-yearly clock change, with exceptions for Arizona and Hawaii.50-second read · 4 questions answered below
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What does this do?
HR 139 would make daylight saving time permanent across the United States by changing the legal definition of standard time in each time zone, shifting it forward one hour. Americans would no longer set their clocks forward in spring or back in fall. Winters would bring darker mornings but lighter evenings year-round.
Who does it affect?
The bill affects virtually every person living in the United States, touching daily life in areas like work schedules, school start times, television programming, and travel. Businesses operating across time zones, airlines, and anyone coordinating with other countries could also see changes in scheduling.
Why does it matter?
States that already opted out of daylight saving time, like Arizona and Hawaii, would face a choice between keeping their current setup or adopting permanent daylight saving time, but would not be forced to change. The bill was introduced in January 2025 and has been referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, where it must advance before any further votes can occur.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- House committee — You are here
- House vote
- Senate
- President's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
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- House GOP Moves For Year-Round Daylight Saving
joemygod.comMay 20, 2026
- Trump and House Republicans advance push for permanent daylight saving time
oann.comMay 22, 2026Leans right
- House to vote on Trump-backed bill to make Daylight Savings permanent
oann.comJul 10, 2026Leans right
- House To Vote On Making Daylight Saving Permanent
joemygod.comJul 10, 2026
- House moves to make daylight saving time permanent as Trump backs ending twice-yearly clock changes
nypost.comMay 22, 2026Leans right
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Official title
Sunshine Protection Act of 2025
- Introduced:
- January 3, 2025
- Latest action:
- January 3, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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