The debate over daylight saving time has reignited in Nevada, where legislators are proposing to adopt standard time year-round. This move is encapsulated in the “Lock the Clock Act,” spearheaded by Assemblymember Selena La Rue Hatch and state Sen. Robin Titus. If passed, the legislation would take effect in 2026, potentially making Nevada the third state, alongside Arizona and Hawaii, to exempt itself from daylight saving time.
The initiative reflects a broader national conversation, with numerous states considering similar actions. The crux of the debate lies in whether to adopt permanent standard time or daylight saving time, with the latter requiring federal approval. Proponents of permanent standard time, like Jay Pea of Save Standard Time, argue it aligns more closely with natural circadian rhythms, reducing health risks and societal disruptions caused by biannual clock changes.
Despite bipartisan support for ending the time change, legislative progress has been hampered by differing opinions on which time standard to adopt and concerns about economic impacts. Past efforts at both state and federal levels have stalled, including the federal Sunshine Protection Act, which sought to make daylight saving time permanent.
Nevada legislators remain hopeful that their persistence will lead to success, aiming to set an example that might spur federal action. They argue for a consistent time standard, emphasizing that the total amount of daylight remains unchanged regardless of how clocks are set. This ongoing legislative effort underscores the complex interplay between local initiatives and federal regulations in addressing daylight saving time.
Jacqueline
March 10, 2025 at 8:24 pmYes! Lock the clock!
Nick Bonsanto • Post Author •
March 11, 2025 at 8:52 pmGreat slogan! We need T-shirts like that!
Pam Meitz
March 10, 2025 at 9:06 pmPlease stop the madness and leave us in Standard Time.
Nick Bonsanto • Post Author •
March 11, 2025 at 8:51 pmJust put it on something and leave it as I see it as well.
Chuck Weber
March 11, 2025 at 1:29 pmSo we are on DST currently. Nevada going to Standard time will mean it is 9am in Nevada while CA, OR, WA and AZ will be at 10am! Makes a lot of sense 🙄😝
Nick Bonsanto • Post Author •
March 11, 2025 at 8:50 pmGood point. I think that if and when we make a change it will be tied to California. To many Cali dollars tied to this state. I don’t see them putting us on a different clock than them. But what do I know.
Kolene
March 11, 2025 at 2:08 pmI would like Daylight savings time year round!!
NOT standard time…
Nick Bonsanto • Post Author •
March 11, 2025 at 8:47 pmI wouldn’t care as long as the clocks didn’t change.
Dale
March 11, 2025 at 3:25 pmPlease keep standard time. I’m still suffering from daylight savings time switch.
Nick Bonsanto • Post Author •
March 11, 2025 at 8:46 pm100%
Val
March 12, 2025 at 5:25 pmLock the clock please. Time change affects me too.
Nick Bonsanto • Post Author •
March 13, 2025 at 2:15 pmPlease!