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deeshack t1_jbm8jmd wrote

What can we do to convince Congress to eliminate DST rather than make it permanent which would be detrimental to health and safety?

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AmitaGoyalMD t1_jbmahbn wrote

Hi deeshack! Yes, we agree! Permanent Daylight Saving Time is expected to jeopardize safety (i.e. for children waiting at the bus stop in the dark) and may be detrimental to health (i.e. morning darkness can be especially problematic for those with seasonal affective disorder). Here is another way you can find your local representative to make your thoughts on permanent daylight saving time known:
https://www.house.gov/representatives/find-your-representative-

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