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WA SB5250

WA SB5250
Concerning permanent daylight saving time in Washington state.


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Introduced
01/16/2019
In Committee
01/16/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/12/2020

Introduced Session

2019-2020 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT Relating to permanent daylight saving time in Washington1state; amending RCW 1.20.051; providing a contingent effective date;2and providing for submission of this act to a vote of the people.3

AI Summary

This bill proposes to establish permanent daylight saving time in the state of Washington. It amends the existing law to set the standard time for the state as permanent daylight saving time year-round, which is the fifth zone designated by federal law as Pacific Standard Time, advanced by one hour. The bill includes a contingent effective date that is dependent on federal legislation authorizing states to observe daylight saving time year-round, and it provides for the bill to be submitted to a vote of the people at the next general election.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status. (on 01/13/2020)

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