There’s a petition to end the time change in Ohio. Here’s how to sign it
Tired of changing the clocks?
Earlier this month, it was time once again to “fall back” in Ohio. The days are getting shorter and it gets dark earlier.
If you’re feeling out of whack these days, you’re not alone. But there’s a petition to end the time change.
Here’s what you need to know:
About the petition
According to the petition to stop the time change, it’s time. Or as they say: “Time for a Change. Don’t change the time.”
The petition, which is featured online, pointed out that the time change (falling back in the autumn season) has negative effects on people, from sleep issues to mental health problems and more.
So, ending the change simply means not participating in the “fall back” part and keeping the daylight hours permanent.
“Later days make for lower crime, safer roads, less energy consumption and are better for businesses,” as stated on the petition’s website.
“Removing time changes is better for your sleep, better for your health and is easier on teachers, families and their children.”
The petition is available online, along with more information about the history of daylight saving time changes as well as pros and cons of the change.
How to sign the petition
If you are interested in signing the petition to end the time change (falling back), you can go online and do the following:
Click “Sign the petition”
On the right side of the screen, enter your first and last name, email address, address and ZIP code and leave a comment (optional).
Check the box to verify that you are not a robot
Click the red “submit” button
By submitting, you are agreeing to “add your name to the formal Petition to Congress and your particular Representatives,” which is stated on the online form.
Will Ohio end the time change?
While dozens of U.S. states, including Ohio, have proposed to keep either permanent daylight saving time (Sunshine Protection Act) or permanent standard time, no states have actually adopted a legislative change in 2023.
According to the Sleep Foundation, “Without new movement on proposed changes, Americans should expect clock changes to continue into 2024.”
If Ohio does make a change, either by the legislature or voters, it will mean the Sunshine Protection Act has passed and the state will adopt permanent daylight saving time.
What do you think of the petition to end the time change? Comment below or email me at cmadden@mcclatchy.com.
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This story was originally published November 16, 2023 at 10:28 AM with the headline "There’s a petition to end the time change in Ohio. Here’s how to sign it."
