We will “fall back” an hour on Sunday as Daylight Saving Time (DST) ends. Not everyone is happy about that, including U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn).
Tuberville says the practice is outdated and advocates for the passage of the Sunshine Protection Act, which would make DST permanent.
“Alabamians have made it clear that springing forward and falling back should be a thing of the past,” said Tuberville. “Centuries ago, a time change might have made sense, but it doesn’t today.”
In 2021, the Alabama Legislature passed a bill to make DST permanent, but the federal government must pass federal-level legislation to allow the law to take effect.
“An additional hour of sunshine in the evenings during cold winter months would be welcome news for folks on their way to work and kids on their way home from school,” Tuberville continued. “It just makes sense to pass the Sunshine Protection Act, and I will keep fighting to get it across the goal line.”
Tuberville introduced the Sunshine Protection Act twice before, and the U.S. Senate passed it in 2022. However, former U.S. House Speaker House Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) never brought it to the House floor for a vote.
To connect with the author of this story or to comment, email erica.thomas@1819news.com.
Don’t miss out! Subscribe to our newsletter and get our top stories every weekday morning or become a member to gain access to exclusive content and 1819 News merch.
