New York City Council members are pushing for a bill that could put an end to the bi-annual time change that comes with Daylight Saving Time (DST). If passed, the legislation would exempt New York City from observing DST, which currently requires residents to "spring forward" in March and "fall back" in November. Proponents of the bill argue that the time change disrupts people's sleep patterns, health, and productivity, and that the benefits of DST are not as clear-cut as previously thought. The bill's introduction comes as some states and countries begin to reconsider their DST policies, sparking a national conversation about the practice's relevance in modern times.
NYC Council Members Bill Wants To End Daylight Saving Time: What To Know Patch