Elon Musk pushes to abolish daylight saving time changes

Recently, a discussion around the practice of daylight saving time has resurfaced, particularly involving notable figures like Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, co-leaders of the Department of Government Efficiency. Musk, known for his close ties to former President Donald Trump, expressed support for abolishing the time changes, labeling them as 'annoying.' The debate over daylight saving time impacts many states in the U.S. where lawmakers have initiated inquiries into possibly making these changes permanent. Currently, at least 30 states have considered legislation related to this practice in 2024. The federal Uniform Time Act of 1966 currently restricts states from making daylight saving time permanent without congressional approval, although 19 states have passed resolutions to do so if the law were amended. Some states are evaluating opposing legislation while considering the consequences of such changes on health, as studies indicate potential risks linked to the time shifts, including increased heart problems and mood disorders. As this conversation evolves, there is growing interest in aligning state laws with changes to federal policies concerning time adjustments.