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North Dakota House approves legislation ending daylight saving time

The North Dakota House passed a bill to eliminate daylight saving time, moving the state to standard time year-round.
The bill passed with a vote of 55-37 and received a 13-0 recommendation from the committee.
Supporters argue it would improve sleep cycles and provide safer working conditions, while opponents fear reduced evening sunlight.
If the bill becomes law, North Dakota could face time zone differences with neighboring Minnesota.

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KX NEWS

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16 days ago·North Dakota, United States

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KVRR Local News

North Dakota bill ending Daylight Saving Time moves past house

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1 month ago·North Dakota, United States

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Washington Examiner

North Dakota House passes legislation to end daylight saving time

North Dakota lawmakers in the state House have passed legislation by a vote of 55-37 to end daylight saving time. The legislation still needs to be passed by the Senate

1 month ago·Washington, United States

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The Hill

North Dakota House approves legislation ending daylight saving time

The North Dakota House of Representatives passed a bill Tuesday that would eliminate daylight saving time and keep the state on standard time throughout the year. The House voted 55-37 to pass the bill, but it still needs approval from the Senate and governor before it becomes law. The bill does not affect time zones.…

1 month ago·Washington, United States

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AM 1100 The Flag WZFG

North Dakota House passes bill getting rid of daylight saving time

BISMARCK, N.D. – A bill requiring North Dakota to observe standard time year-round has passed the House. The legislation was brought to the floor after being given a pass recommendation on an amended bill from the House Transportation Committee. The committee passed the bill 13 to zero, with one member absent and not voting. The bill now moves on to the Senate.

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