Some states operate without daylight savings by choosing to remain on standard time all year round. This means they do not adjust their clocks forward or backward in the spring and fall. These states believe that maintaining a consistent time throughout the year avoids the disruption and inconvenience associated with changing the clocks. Hawaii and most of Arizona are examples of states that do not observe daylight saving time.
Daylight saving time (DST) serves the purpose of making better use of daylight and conserving energy. By advancing the clock by one hour during the summer months, people can enjoy longer daylight hours in the evening, reducing the need for artificial lighting and potentially saving energy. The concept is based on the idea that individuals tend to use more energy in the evening, and extending daylight can lead to energy conservation. However, opinions on its necessity and effectiveness vary, leading some regions to opt out of observing daylight saving time altogether.
To eliminate daylight savings time in your state, the following steps can be taken:
- Legislative Action: The state legislature can pass a bill to establish permanent standard time, thereby eliminating the practice of changing the clocks twice a year.
- Approval: Once the bill is passed, it would need to be approved by the governor or put to a public vote, depending on the state’s specific legislative process.
- Coordination with Federal Law: Ensure that the decision complies with federal law regarding timekeeping, which currently allows states to exempt themselves from daylight saving time, but not from standard time.
By pursuing these steps, your state can work towards eliminating the observance of daylight saving time.
