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The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a bill to make daylight saving time permanent year-round, eliminating the biannual clock change. The article draws parallels to a similar 1974 attempt that was repealed after just 10 months due to widespread public backlash over 'pitch black' winter mornings. The current legislation faces similar concerns about safety, energy savings, and public opinion. The historical precedent highlights the challenges of implementing such a change, as the 1974 experiment was abandoned after parents complained about children going to school in darkness. The bill now moves to the Senate, where its fate remains uncertain amid ongoing debate.
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Publication Date: 2026-07-16 12:15:12
Congress Wants to Party Like It’s 1974 — The Last Time Permanent Daylight Savings Failed in ‘Pitch Black’ Mornings
By Deepti Hajela and The Associated Press Date: July 16, 2026 | 28 minutes ago Section: North America | Congress
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Congress advances permanent daylight saving time bill, recalling 1974 failure