Mariposa County Sunset  Sierra Sun Times file photo

March 9, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – As Americans approach another year of springing forward and enjoy more sunshine, Senator Rick Scott is renewing his push to make Daylight Saving Time the national year-round standard with his Sunshine Protection Act.  In 2018, as Governor of Florida, Senator Scott signed legislation that, pending federal approval, would exempt Florida from the biannual time change and allow the state to remain on Daylight Saving Time year-round.

Last year, Senator Scott was joined by 17 of his bipartisan Senate colleagues in reintroducing this bill. Congressman Vern Buchanan leads the companion legislation in the House of Representatives.

Senator Rick Scott said, “Floridians and families across the country are counting down the days until they can spring forward and enjoy more sunshine. Even just an extra hour in the evening means more time to play with your kids, walk your dog, and, for those in the Sunshine State, enjoy all that our beautiful beaches, parks, and cities have to offer. With support from President Donald Trump and a bipartisan group of colleagues, it’s clear that now is the time for Congress to pass my Sunshine Protection Act. Together, we can finally LOCK THE CLOCK and make Daylight Saving Time permanent so that families can enjoy brighter evenings all year long.” 

Source: Senator Rick Scott