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The House voted to make Daylight Saving Time permanent. Here’s what’s next
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 15, 2026
· 4 min read
By Ellis Kim, Ted Barrett, CNN
(CNN) — The US House on Tuesday voted in strong bipartisan fashion to enact year-round Daylight Saving Time across the country. But the measure’s fate in the Senate remains far from certain.
Senate Republican leaders have not said whether they will bring the bi...
Key takeaway Senate Republican leaders have not said whether they will bring the bill – known as the “Sunshine Protection Act” – to a floor vote.
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Paso residents who have grown accustomed to the twice-yearly time change may be watching the Sunshine Protection Act's progress in the Senate with interest. If the bill becomes law, it could have a significant impact on the city's daily routines, particularly during the winter months when daylight hours are already limited. The fact that the bill allows states to opt out and adopt permanent standard time may be relevant to El Paso, given its unique geography and climate. As the Senate considers the bill, El Pasoans may want to pay attention to how their elected representatives weigh in on the issue, and whether they prioritize the potential benefits of year-round Daylight Saving Time, such as energy savings and increased outdoor activity, or the potential drawbacks, such as disrupted sleep patterns and confusion for businesses and travelers.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
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What is this story about? By Ellis Kim, Ted Barrett, CNN
(CNN) — The US House on Tuesday voted in strong bipartisan fashion to enact year-round Daylight Saving Time across the country. But the measure’s fate in the Senate remains far from certain.
Senate Republican leaders have not said whether they will bring the bi...
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