Daylight saving time in the United States began in March, with Americans losing an hour of sleep by setting their clocks forward. The end of daylight saving time in 2024 will be on November 3, when people will gain an extra hour of sleep as clocks fall back. Daylight saving time aims to add more daylight either in the mornings or evenings, depending on the time of year. Some states and territories, such as Hawaii, most of Arizona, and certain U.S. territories, do not participate in daylight saving time. There have been efforts to make daylight saving time permanent, with the Sunshine Protection Act being pushed in Congress, but it has not been signed into law. The Navajo Nation is an exception within Arizona, as they do follow daylight saving time. The daily lives of Americans are impacted by the time adjustments, affecting schedules for children and pets. The autumnal equinox marks the start of the fall season, but most states in the U.S. adhere to daylight saving time to make the most of daylight hours. The debate around daylight saving time continues, with some advocating for its removal, while others recognize the importance of longer daylight hours during certain times of the year.
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