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Permanent Daylight Saving Time Debate | Philadelphia News
The House just voted to make daylight saving time permanent — a move cheered by supporters like former President Trump as the “Sunshine Protection Act,” promising more evening light for sports, hangouts, and business. But critics warn it could disrupt sleep patterns and darken winter mornings, raising safety concerns. Past attempts — during WWII and the 70s energy crisis — fizzled due to public backlash, especially over dark school bus routes. Now, the bill heads to a divided Senate, where it faces an uphill battle. If it passes before November’s “fall back,” the U.S. could see sunrises as…
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