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AK HB229

Bill

Status

Introduced

5/17/2025

Primary Sponsor

Ky Holland

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Origin

House of Representatives

34th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Alaska would exempt itself from observing daylight saving time (advanced time) and remain on standard time year-round
  • The exemption applies statewide, affecting all regions of Alaska uniformly
  • Amends AS 44.12 by adding a new Section 44.12.400 under "Article 5. Standard Time"
  • Effective date is November 3, 2026, which coincides with the fall time change when clocks would normally "fall back"
  • Introduced by Representative Holland on May 17, 2025, and referred to State Affairs and Finance committees

Legislative Description

Eliminate Daylight Saving Time

Time Zones

Last Action

COSPONSOR(S): GRAY

2/11/2026

Committee Referrals

State Affairs5/17/2025

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