A bill that would keep Oklahoma on standard time year-round has passed a committee in the state’s legislature, according to KFOR Oklahoma City. The bill, known as Senate Bill 1386, would effectively negate the need to change clocks for daylight saving time each year.
If the bill becomes law, Oklahoma would join a handful of other states that have decided to eliminate the semi-annual clock change. Proponents of staying on standard time argue that it would lead to fewer disruptions in people’s schedules and could even have health benefits, as the time change has been linked to an increase in heart attacks and other health issues.
However, not everyone is on board with the idea. Critics of the bill worry that it could lead to confusion and potential economic consequences, especially for businesses that operate in multiple states with different time zones. Some also argue that the uniformity provided by observing daylight saving time nationwide is beneficial for various industries and activities.
Supporters of the bill point out that several states have already made the switch to staying on standard time, including Arizona and Hawaii. They believe that Oklahoma should follow suit and avoid the unnecessary hassle of changing the clocks twice a year.
The bill will now move on to the full state Senate for further consideration. If it passes there and is signed into law by the governor, Oklahoma will become the latest state to lock the clock on standard time. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
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