Debate Questions Permanent Daylight Saving Time Benefits

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The United States may stop changing clocks twice a year. A new law in Congress wants permanent daylight time.

The House of Representatives voted to make daylight saving time permanent. Many people dislike moving clocks forward and backward each year.

America tried permanent daylight saving time in the 1970s. It did not last long because people did not like it.

Some lawmakers worry about dark mornings in winter months. Children might go to school when it is still very dark outside.

Experts say more changes are needed than just the clocks. All time zones across the country may need to adapt.

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What does the new law in Congress want?

The new law wants permanent daylight time.

Why did America stop permanent daylight saving time in the 1970s?

It did not last long because people did not like it.

What do some lawmakers worry about?

Some lawmakers worry about dark mornings in winter months.

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