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SB 1

Exempting the state of Kansas from daylight saving time but providing for moving to permanent daylight saving time upon an act of Congress requiring such move.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Kenny Titus

Kansas exempts itself from daylight saving time but must switch to permanent daylight saving time if Congress federally mandates it.

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Bill Summary · SB 1

Legislative bill overview

SB 1 would exempt Kansas from observing daylight saving time, allowing the state to remain on standard time year-round. However, the bill includes a provision requiring Kansas to automatically adopt permanent daylight saving time if Congress passes federal legislation mandating it.

Why is this important

Daylight saving time observance affects everything from business operations and school schedules to energy consumption and public health. This bill addresses ongoing national debate about whether seasonal time changes should continue, while positioning Kansas to either opt out independently or comply if federal standards change.

Potential points of contention

  • Federal authority vs. state autonomy: The bill's automatic compliance clause limits Kansas's actual independence since it surrenders future decision-making to Congress, raising questions about when state autonomy truly exists
  • Timezone fragmentation: If enacted while most neighboring states observe daylight saving time, Kansas could face coordination challenges for interstate commerce, transportation, and communications
  • Conditional permanent daylight saving: Critics may argue that permanent daylight saving time (linked to potential health effects from less morning daylight) shouldn't be imposed unilaterally by Congress or automatically accepted by the state

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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