US daylight saving time 2026: What we know on November clock change and Trump’s stalled plan
Daylight saving time ends November 1, 2026, in most of the United States.
On November 1, 2026, Americans will observe a return to standard time, with clocks being set back by one hour. This change, which marks the end of daylight saving time, will take effect at 2 am local time, moving clocks to 1 am. The practice, which has been ongoing since 2026, is set to continue until March 14, 2027, when daylight saving time resumes.
The delay in daylight saving time's end is due to the Sunshine Protection Act, a proposal that has not yet been approved by Congress. Although the House of Representatives passed the bill on July 14, the Senate has yet to act, leaving the current system unchanged. President Trump has long advocated for an end to daylight saving time changes, arguing that they are inconvenient and costly.
However, his proposal faces opposition from lawmakers who fear that permanent daylight saving time would result in darker winter mornings, potentially impacting schoolchildren, commuters, and other early-morning workers. Not all states observe daylight saving time, with Hawaii and most of Arizona remaining on standard time year-round.
The proposed legislation's progress can be tracked through Congress.gov. Notably, the debate surrounding daylight saving time extends beyond mere convenience; sleep researchers have voiced concerns about the impact of permanent daylight saving time on the body's natural circadian rhythm. Some experts argue for permanent standard time, which aligns more closely with natural daylight and human sleep patterns.
As Americans prepare to turn their clocks back on November 1, any permanent changes will require congressional approval, as the Sunshine Protection Act remains stalled in the Senate.
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