New Jersey moves to make daylight saving time permanent

2TRENTON, NJ – Lawmakers have introduced legislation that would put New Jersey on daylight saving time permanently once federal law allows it.

The proposal would keep the state on Eastern Daylight Time year-round, eliminating the biannual clock changes.

Supporters say the switch would improve public health, safety, and commerce by ending the disruptions tied to time changes each spring and fall.

Key Points

Bill calls for New Jersey to remain on Eastern Daylight Time year-round.

Measure would take effect once Congress authorizes states to make daylight saving time permanent.

Lawmakers cite studies linking time changes to health risks and traffic accidents.

Legislative intent rooted in federal restrictions

Under the current federal “Uniform Time Act of 1966,” states can exempt thems