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House to vote Tuesday on bill to enact year-round Daylight Saving Time
By Ellis Kim at KXXV (ABC 25) News
· July 14, 2026
· 4 min read
The US House will vote Tuesday on a measure to enact year-round Daylight Saving Time across the country, springing Congress forward into an issue that has long stumped lawmakers and spurred impassioned pleas by parents, farmers and others with sharply divergent views.If the measure passes, it wil...
Key takeaway Hundreds of Millions of Dollars are spent every year by people, Cities, and States, being forced to change their Clocks, he said in a Truth Social post.
Why this matters in The Waco
In Waco , the potential switch to year-round Daylight Saving Time could have significant implications for local farmers and agricultural businesses. The later sunrises during the winter months could disrupt planting and harvesting schedules, potentially affecting crop yields and profitability. On the other hand, the extra evening daylight during the summer months could boost attendance at outdoor events and festivals, such as the Waco Cultural Festival and the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum's summer concerts. Additionally, the change could also impact the schedules of local schools, which may need to adjust bus pickup and dropoff times to ensure student safety during the darker winter mornings. As the bill moves forward, Waco residents will be watching closely to see how the proposed change will affect their daily lives and the local economy. The city's proximity to major agricultural areas means that the economic consequences of the bill could be particularly pronounced in McLennan County.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 4 min
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