A Resolution petitioning the Congress of the United States to end the biannual time change and establish a uniform, year-round time system.
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Overview
This resolution asks the United States Congress to end the practice of changing clocks twice a year (daylight saving time) and instead establish a single, year-round time system. The resolution cites potential health benefits, such as reduced sleep disruption and improved mental health, as well as economic advantages like increased productivity. Currently, states are limited in their ability to change time without federal action.
Key provisions
- Requests the Congress of the United States to end the biannual time change.
- Proposes establishing a uniform, year-round time system.
- Asks Congress to enact legislation eliminating clock changes.
- Calls for consideration of potential health benefits of a consistent time system.
- Highlights potential economic benefits, including increased productivity.
Who is affected
- Residents of the United States
- Businesses operating in the United States
- Federal Government
- Congress
- Department of Transportation
Notable changes
- Currently, states cannot independently implement a year-round time system without Congressional approval.
- The resolution seeks to eliminate the twice-yearly clock changes that occur under current federal law.
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