Daylight Saving Time Ends Sunday
Many Americans will turn their clocks back one hour on Sunday as daylight saving time (DST) ends. This change means lighter mornings and darker evenings for most states.
What You Need to Know
The clock adjustment is met with mixed feelings—some appreciate the extra hour of sleep, while others find the change inconvenient.
Who Observes Daylight Saving Time?
- All U.S. states observe DST except Hawaii and Arizona, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL).
- The Navajo Nation portion in Arizona does observe DST.
- U.S. territories such as Guam, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, the Virgin Islands, and the Northern Mariana Islands do not change their clocks.
Legislation for Permanent Daylight Saving Time
Nineteen states have passed laws to keep daylight saving time year-round. However, the NCSL notes:
“Because federal law does not currently allow full-time DST, Congress would have to act before states could adopt changes.”
Public Opinion
Only about 12% of U.S. adults currently support permanent daylight saving time.
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Vintage clocks, such as those at the Electric Time Company in Medfield, Massachusetts, will need to be reset to reflect the time change.
Summary: Daylight saving time ends Sunday, requiring most Americans to set clocks back one hour, while debates continue about making this change permanent nationwide.