Senate Bill 165 aims to eliminate daylight saving time in Wisconsin by repealing the existing statute that governs its observance. The bill amends several sections of the statutes, specifically removing references to daylight saving time in relation to the hours of operation for establishments holding Class B and Class C licenses. Notably, it deletes the provision that allowed for extended closing hours on the Sunday when daylight saving time begins, thereby standardizing the closing hours for these establishments throughout the year.

Additionally, the bill repeals section 175.095, which previously outlined the specifics of daylight saving time, and modifies the definition of "time" in section 990.001 (12) to refer solely to standard time. The changes reflect a shift towards a consistent timekeeping practice across the state, aligning with federal law that permits states entirely within one time zone to adopt standard time without the seasonal adjustment of daylight saving time. The act is set to take effect on the first January 1 following its publication.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 125.32(3)(a), 125.32, 125.68(4)(c)1, 125.68, 175.095, 990.001(12), 990.001