Time observance in Indiana.
HB 1151 would exempt Indiana from observing daylight saving time, meaning the state would permanently remain on standard time year-round instead of changing clocks twice annually. This policy change directly affects all Indiana residents, businesses, and institutions that currently adjust schedules for daylight saving time. The bill’s key provision eliminates the need for annual clock changes by establishing standard time as the permanent default for the state. It does not alter federal time zones or require federal approval, focusing solely on Indiana’s state-level time observance.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 5, 2026
Last action Jan 15, 2026
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4
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Committee
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1 primary · 3 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Lindsay Patterson
RRepublican
Co
Becky Cash
RRepublican
Co
Lorissa Sweet
RRepublican
Co
Zach Payne
RRepublican
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