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Trump Urges Senate to Pass Permanent Daylight Saving

8/14/2026

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Trump Urges DST

President Donald Trump urged the Senate to pass the Sunshine Protection Act, which would make daylight saving time permanent.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune said the measure may not reach 60 votes and will not be considered until after the recess ends on Sept. 14.
Senators Tom Cotton and Steve Daines opposed the bill, warning that winter sunrises could be as late as 9:30 a.m., endangering children and workers.

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Trump Pushes DST

The bill to make daylight saving time permanent is before the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Research shows robberies rise 7% overall and 27% after sunset when clocks fall back.
A 2024 Lighting Research & Technology article found no homicide link, noting that added evening light reduces robberies.
U.S. President Donald Trump said permanent daylight saving time would lower cardiac issues, stroke, and seasonal depression.

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Trump Urges DST

President Donald Trump urged the Senate to pass the Sunshine Protection Act, which would make daylight saving time permanent.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune said the measure may not reach 60 votes and will not be considered until after the recess ends on Sept. 14.
Senators Tom Cotton and Steve Daines opposed the bill, warning that winter sunrises could be as late as 9:30 a.m., endangering children and workers.

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