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School start times under scrutiny amid permanent daylight saving time debate

School start times under scrutiny amid permanent daylight saving time debate

Summary

Lawmakers are debating whether to keep changing clocks twice a year or switch to permanent daylight saving time. Some senators worry that permanent daylight saving time could make children walk to school in the dark, so they oppose the plan passed by the House and supported by President Trump.

Key Facts

  • The House of Representatives has passed a law to stop changing clocks twice a year.
  • This law would make daylight saving time permanent.
  • President Trump strongly supports permanent daylight saving time.
  • Some senators oppose the law because of safety concerns for children walking to school in the dark.
  • The debate highlights worries about school start times and children’s safety.
  • Changing the clocks affects the amount of daylight in the morning and evening.
  • Lawmakers are divided on whether to keep the current system or adopt permanent daylight saving time.
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