Crime
Robbery rates drop by 51% during the extra hour of DST light. Murders drop by 48%
Studies Show: Darkness is Costly
Health
Changing clocks wreaks havoc with sleep cycles. Heart attacks increase 24% in the week after the U.S. “springs forward” in March
Road Safety
Permanent DST would save an estimated 366 lives annually by illuminating the busy evening commute (171 pedestrians and 195 drivers)
Economy
When the sun sets at 4:30 PM, retail foot traffic plummets. Permanent daylight unlocks hundreds of millions in consumer spending
Polls Show: Americans Agree
Mission
Our Purpose
The Sunshine Protection Project is dedicated to promoting the Sunshine Protection Act to make daylight savings time a permanent feature. Our mission includes revealing the benefits of more daylight, such as decreased crime rates, enhanced health, and flourishing businesses. Join our community efforts to advocate for this vital initiative.