US Congress takes next step to make daylight saving time permanent
The House of Representatives passed a Trump-backed bill that would end decades of Americans having to reset their clocks twice a year.
Coverage by Political Leaning
See how different sides of the spectrum reported this story
Notable Quotes
"It's time that people can stop worrying about the 'Clock,' not to mention all of the work and money that is spent on this ridiculous, twice yearly production."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"Clock changes disrupt schedules for no good reason."
— Vern Buchanan , Politician
Key People
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Rick Scott is a U.S. Senator from Florida.
Scott DesJarlais is a Republican U.S. Representative from Tennessee.
Vern Buchanan is a Republican U.S. Representative from Florida.
Tags
All Coverage
The House of Representatives passed a Trump-backed bill that would end decades of Americans having to reset their clocks twice a year.
Similar Stories
Related coverage based on topic and tags
US House passes bill to make daylight saving time permanent - Reuters
US House passes bill to make daylight saving time permanent Reuters
July 14, 2026 at 10:46 PMUS House to vote on bill to make daylight saving time permanent - Reuters
US House to vote on bill to make daylight saving time permanent Reuters
July 9, 2026 at 10:51 PMUS lawmakers to vote on whether to make daylight saving time permanent - Reuters
US lawmakers to vote on whether to make daylight saving time permanent Reuters
July 13, 2026 at 09:46 PMTrump says he will not sign landmark housing bill in protest
The bill neverthless becomes law at midnight, but the president wants Republicans to prioritise voter ID legislation before November midterm elections.
July 10, 2026 at 04:24 PMTrump sends Congress formal notice that Iran conflict has resumed - Reuters
Trump sends Congress formal notice that Iran conflict has resumed Reuters
July 13, 2026 at 10:49 PMFed's Warsh to appear before Congress after tentative steps away from Trump - Reuters
Fed's Warsh to appear before Congress after tentative steps away from Trump Reuters
July 14, 2026 at 12:32 PM