WASHINGTON D.C. – A bipartisan bill to make Daylight Saving Time permanent is moving to the full U.S. House after clearing a committee vote. The Sunshine Protection Act would eliminate the twice-yearly clock changes. In Minnesota, permanent Daylight Saving Time would mean more daylight during winter evenings, but sunrise would be delayed until nearly 9 a.m. around the winter solstice. Supporters say the change would benefit businesses and outdoor recreation, while opponents cite safety concerns over darker morning commutes and school travel.
