Amodei Votes in Favor of Passing of Sunshine Protection Act

Washington, D.C. – Today, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 139, the Energy and Commerce Committee's Sunshine Protection Act. The passing of this bill makes Daylight Savings time permanent, eliminating the need to turn back the clocks come November.

Congressman Mark Amodei released the following statement:

"I am proud to join the majority of my colleagues in the passing of the Sunshine Protection Act," said Rep. Amodei. “I have spoken with countless Nevadans over the years that are in favor of making Daylight Savings permanent. This bill is the first step in allowing them to do so. The Sunshine Protection Act improves the quality of life for not only Nevadans, but all Americans, providing an additional hour of light at the end of the day."

Key Takeaways:

• This is the first time the House has fully backed this bill since it was first introduced in 2018;
• 19 states across the U.S. have already passed this legislation or implemented similar resolutions;
• The Sunshine Act is a bipartisan bill that eliminates biannual clock change;
• This will provide an additional hour of daylight at the end of the day, improving quality of life following the workday.