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August 4, 2026
Trump Urges Senate to Quickly Pass Permanent Daylight Saving Time Bill
- President Trump urged the Senate to pass the Sunshine Protection Act, which would make daylight saving time permanent, following its bipartisan passage in the House with a vote of 308-117.
- Trump argues that eliminating the clock changes would enhance public safety, improve health outcomes, and boost the economy by providing an extra hour of evening daylight.
- Despite strong support from the House, the bill faces uncertainty in the Senate, with skepticism from lawmakers across both parties.
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- Trump whips Senate votes for permanent daylight saving timeAug 4, 2026 at 10:49 PM · Politico
- Trump urges Senate to pass bill making daylight saving time permanent after overwhelming House voteAug 5, 2026 at 12:23 AM · Fox News
- Trump backs House-passed bill to make daylight savings time permanentAug 5, 2026 at 2:32 AM · The Hill