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Health experts, municipal advocates and residents clash over permanent standard time versus year‑round daylight saving
Summary
Medical and safety witnesses urged the committee to adopt permanent standard time (House bill H.3405) citing sleep, child safety and long‑term health benefits; proponents of year‑round daylight saving (Senate bill S.2157) emphasized evening daylight and economic benefits — committee heard both sides without taking action.
Doctors, pedestrian safety advocates and local officials told the Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight there is a scientific case for adopting permanent standard time, while other witnesses urged year‑round daylight saving time (Atlantic Standard Time) for economic and recreational benefits.
"Permanent standard time is the naturally healthy choice offering multiple long term benefits to physical health, mental health, safety, and performance, and especially for our children," said Dr. Karen Johnson, professor of neurology and a practicing sleep medicine specialist, who…
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