President Donald Trump is once again urging the United States Senate to approve a bill that would make daylight saving time permanent across the country. In a social‑media post on Friday, the President warned that the twice‑yearly clock change “costs our country a fortune, is bad for crime, stress on people, sports, and just about everything else you can imagine.” The administration’s push comes after the measure cleared the House of Representatives in July with a 308‑117 vote.

Senate schedule and leadership response

The Senate has announced that it will not hold a vote on the proposal before the November 3 congressional election, with standard time set to resume on Nov. 1. Republican Senator John Kennedy, who has been vocal about the issue, told Reuters the effort is “dead as disco” and expressed doubt that Senate leadership will bring it to the floor. Nonetheless, Republican Senator Rick Scott, a key sponsor of the bill, remains optimistic that the legislation could be taken up when lawmakers return after the election.

Supporters cite health and economic benefits

Proponents of permanent daylight saving argue that the current practice disrupts sleep, increases workplace injuries and contributes to higher rates of traffic accidents. By keeping clocks an hour ahead year‑round, they say Americans would enjoy more evening daylight, which could boost retail activity, outdoor recreation and overall economic productivity during the winter months.

Critics raise concerns for families and workers

Opponents caution that a later sunrise in winter would mean children traveling to school and workers in construction, farming and other outdoor occupations would start their day in darkness. In some northern locales, sunrise could be delayed until nearly 9 a.m. during the height of winter, raising safety and logistical questions for commuters and families.

Historical context

The United States previously observed year‑round daylight saving time during World War II and briefly in 1974 as an energy‑saving measure, but the policy proved unpopular and was repealed later that year. If the current bill becomes law, the change would take effect in 2027, though states would retain the option to opt out if they do not currently observe daylight saving time or have already adopted permanent standard time.

Administration’s rationale

President Trump’s administration frames the proposal as a common‑sense reform that aligns with the nation’s interest in safety, health and economic vitality. By eliminating the biannual clock shift, the President argues the country can reduce unnecessary costs and improve quality of life for millions of Americans.

Next steps

With the Senate on recess until after the November elections, the fate of the permanent daylight saving bill remains uncertain. Advocates plan to continue lobbying senators and highlighting the potential benefits for families, businesses and public safety. The administration has pledged to keep the issue on its agenda and to work with congressional leaders to find a path forward once the new Congress convenes.

Original reporting: Appleton, WI News Feed (HLL/CB) — read the source article.