Trump posted on social media urging the Senate to pass the Sunshine Protection Act to make daylight saving time permanent. The House approved the bill on July 14, 2026 by 308-117 with bipartisan backing; the measure now awaits Senate action. Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton is blocking the bill for unspecified reasons.

2026-10-02

Trump posted on social media urging the Senate to pass the Sunshine Protection Act to make daylight saving time permanent. The House approved the bill on July 14, 2026 by 308-117 with bipartisan backing; the measure now awaits Senate action. Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton is blocking the bill for unspecified reasons.