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Didn't they do that a while ago, and no one wanted it? I read somewhere that they gave states blanket permission to switch to permanent standard time and they all wanted permanent daylight savings time instead.
In December of 1973 changing to permanent DST had a 79% approval rating nationwide. They passed it and Nixon signed the bill in January 1974. By February 1974 the approval rating was around 42% and the change repealed in October of 1974.
yes, in the mid 1970s. Went to year-round DST and moped on out after the first winter with it.
I also wouldn't mind allowing states to choose to be on permanent daylight time if they were so inclined, bu I want the default to be standard for a whole host of health reasons.
Now I'm curious about what multiple health reasons depend on sunrise being an hour earlier or later.
It has to do with lining up with circadian rhythms better, and getting the health benefits that come from better sleep.