In an unexpected move, the Senate unanimously approved legislation yesterday (March 15th) to make Daylight Saving Time permanent.

Across the U.S. Senators from both parties spoke in support of the bipartisan Sunshine Protection Act, saying it would be good for public health and the economy and even reduce energy use.

Democratic Senator Ed Markey of Massachusetts, a co-sponsor of the bill, said in a statement, “No more switching clocks, more daylight hours to spend outside after school and after work, and more smiles  — that is what we get with permanent Daylight Saving Time.”

Close to a dozen states have already standardized Daylight Saving Time. The measure now goes to the House, and if it passes there, would need President Biden‘s signature to become law.

Source: Associated Press