Daylight Saving Time 2024: A Time-Honored Tradition Faces Modern Scrutiny

As clocks spring forward on March 10, the century-old practice of Daylight Saving Time continues to spark debate and legislative proposals.

Daylight Saving Time (DST) begins on March 10, 2024, marking the end of winter and the start of longer evenings.
The practice of DST was initiated during World War I to save energy, and it's observed by about 70 countries worldwide.
In the U.S., all states except Hawaii and Arizona observe DST, with the Uniform Time Act of 1966 mandating its uniform start and end dates.
Confusion and inconsistency have historically surrounded DST, including a chaotic situation in Lebanon last spring due to a last-minute change.
Efforts to make DST permanent have been proposed in the U.S., with mixed public opinion and legislative progress.