New York establishes a task force to study the effects of opting out of daylight saving time.

New York establishes a task force to study the effects of opting out of daylight saving time. The task force will evaluate health risks, morning activity impacts, economic and social disruptions, traffic and crime effects, and the overall benefits of daylight saving time. It will also examine the history of daylight saving time, relevant studies, and positions from neighboring states and the federal government. The task force will submit a report by April 1, 2026, with recommendations and necessary legislative proposals. The act will expire on December 31, 2027.

New York establishes a task force to study the effects of opting out of daylight saving time.

New York establishes a task force to study the effects of opting out of daylight saving time. The task force will evaluate health risks, morning activity impacts, economic and social disruptions, traffic and crime effects, and the overall benefits of daylight saving time. It will also examine the history of daylight saving time, relevant studies, and positions from neighboring states and the federal government. The task force will submit a report by April 1, 2026, with recommendations and necessary legislative proposals. The act will expire on December 31, 2027.