The "Sunshine Protection Act" is headed to the Senate after passing in the House.
The legislation would make daylight saving time permanent.
Some people we spoke with said that daylight saving time isn't a total bother for them and they don't feel personally affected by it.
The convenience of their smartphone updating the time on its own makes them not really worry about it.
D Lawson, a resident we spoke with, said, "It doesn't really bother me that much because my iPhone sets my clock for me these days, and my standard clock doesn't really work."
Lawson also told us, "It makes no difference because I'll still be working at the same time."
Other people told us how disruptive the time change is for them, and they are hopeful to not have to deal with it anymore.
They say that each time change requires some form of adjustment, not just for people who drive to work in the morning.
Jen Conway, another resident we spoke with, said, "I think it's just disruptive for everybody. It's hard on animals. It's hard on kids. It's hard on adults.”
Those who support the legislation say it would give Americans more daylight hours in the evening, which could have positive impacts on sleep schedules, people's health, and the economy.
But critics say the extended darkness in the morning hours of winter would have negative effects on health and safety.
Nevada Congressman Mark Amodei was one of the members who voted in favor of the measure.
In a statement, he says, “I have spoken with countless Nevadans over the years that are in favor of making daylight saving permanent. This bill is the first step in allowing them to do so.”
As of now, 19 states across the U.S. have already passed this legislation or similar resolutions.
If the Senate were to pass the bill, it would then head to the president's desk for his signature.
As this bill passes through the next steps, we will continue to keep you updated on further results.
