Senate advances bill to end twice‑annual clock changes by pursuing Atlantic Standard Time

Mar 23, 2026

Senators debated and approved a House substitute that would direct Georgia to seek federal approval to observe Atlantic Standard Time year‑round, weighing public‑health benefits against potential misalignment with neighboring states.

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The Senate adopted a committee substitute and passed House Bill 154, a measure directing Georgia to pursue federal approval to observe Atlantic Standard Time year‑round and thereby end biannual time changes.

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