Daylight saving reform hits wall as lawmakers blast ‘outdated practice’

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Americans just turned their clocks back again for daylight saving — and Rep. Vern Buchanan, R-Fla., says it’s time to make it the last time.

“It’s clear that Americans want to do away with changing their clocks twice a year, and my bill will end this outdated practice,” Buchanan said.

Buchanan and Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fla., have reintroduced legislation that would stop the clock-setting once and for all.

“Just recently, I’ve had very promising conversations with House leadership, Energy and Commerce committee members and administration officials about holding hearings and acting on my bill this Congress,” Buchanan said.

This year, as voters across the country adjusted their clocks on Sunday, Congress remains deadlocked over a 35-day shutdown t