Gus Bilirakis: “This standard would have an effect on 40 percent of the market, making it a de facto national impacting policy.”

I couldn't agree more. There is no question that this is definitely needed. Mr. Speaker, I yield such time as he may consume to the gentleman from Idaho (Mr. Fulcher), the vice chairman of the Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and…

I have no further speakers, and I am prepared to close after Mr. Pallone. I reserve the balance of my time.

Establishing permanent daylight saving time would provide families with more usable daylight hours in the evening, giving people additional opportunities to spend time outdoors.

I encourage a ``yes'' vote, and I congratulate Representative Torres and others for this great bill. Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time.