On November 5, 2026, President Trump urged the Senate to pass the Sunshine Protection Act, which aims to make daylight saving time permanent. He expressed frustration over early sunsets and criticized Senator Tom Cotton for blocking the bill. The act has passed the House with bipartisan support but remains stalled in the Senate, raising questions about its future following the recent elections.
Key facts
- Trump urged Senate approval of the Sunshine Protection Act on November 5, 2026.
- The act aims to make daylight saving time permanent nationwide.
- The House passed the bill with bipartisan support, 308-117.
- Senator Tom Cotton has opposed the bill, citing safety concerns.
- The Senate has 22 legislative days remaining before the new Congress begins.
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