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enacted the Uniform Time Act of 1966 making daylight saving time mandatory nationwide.

The Act was designed to eliminate the confusion and unnecessary costs which ensued from the prior conflicting standards.

The Act allows states to exempt themselves from observing daylight saving time by state law. Cities and political subdivisions are not permitted to exempt themselves.

A state that lies in more than one time zone may exempt the entire state from daylight saving time or may exempt the entire area of the state lying within a particular time zone from daylight saving time.

Daylight saving time is not observed in Hawaii, American Samoa, Guam,

Fall back, for the last time? End of daylight saving time in Texas?

Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, and most of Arizona, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation. If a state observes daylight saving time, it must begin and end on the federallymandated dates. Congress actually did away with daylight saving time for a short period in the 1970s, but it was unpopular. Facing an energy crisis, Congress passed a law to make daylight saving time permanent for two years.

In celebration of her 90th birthday, Nan Adams Howell’s The hope was that more grandchildren, nieces and nephews hosted a party on Nov. sunlight in the evening 19 at the Museum of Texas Tech. She had a long teaching would reduce energy concareer in Tahoka public schools. Two of Howell’s former sumption. The experiment students are pictured with her, Pat Braden and Chloie Wells. In later life, we realize just how influential those early teachers were to us becoming the adults we are today. Howell had an incredible way of inspiring and loving her only lasted a year before Congress repealed the law. As it turned out, “Ameristudents. Howell lives in Lubbock, and is married to Duane cans do not like changing

Howell. Hundreds of friends, family and former students their clocks, but they disliked sent birthday cards. even more going to work and school in the dark for months.”

Efforts to eliminate daylight saving time in Texas

Most of Texas lies in the Central Standard time zone. Two counties on the westernmost tip of the state fall within the Mountain Standard time zone. Legislation to end daylight saving time has been considered more than 20 times in the Texas Legislature since the federal uniform time change requirement was enacted in 1966. According to a 2019 bill analysis by the Texas House Research Organiza-

the Sunshine Protection Act, which would make daylight saving time permanent yearround for most states. But the bill lost momentum in the House and has not become law.

The Texas Legislature has considered legislation on daylight saving time more than 20 times since 1966.

It has never passed because of differing opinions on whether standard time or daylight saving time would be the best to follow throughout the year.

Uniform Time Act of 1966

For most of the country’s history, the decision whether to observe daylight saving time and the period for such observance was largely made on a local basis.

In the early 1960s, it was possible to encounter seven time changes while driving 35 miles from Steubenville, OH, to

Moundsville, WV.

In April 1966, Congress

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On bass is Rodney Lay. Fiddlers will be Greg Gibbs, Brady Rasco, and Mackynsie McKedy.

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Page 14 • December 2022 • Golden Gazette Holiday Gift Guide: 5 Ideas for Aging Loved Ones

‘Tis the season to deck the halls, gather around the tree, and enjoy quality time together.

As family caregivers, providing ways to connect with family and creating meaningful memories for your aging loved ones are more important than ever this holiday.

While distance may keep older adults separate from those they love, family caregivers can make it a special, festive time of year for aging loved ones by giving a unique gift, creating a new memory and by off ering family and friends creative ways to connect.

5 Holiday Gift Ideas for Older Adults

1. Gifts to look forward to.

The holidays are all about spending time with one another. If your loved one is a beer or wine enthusiast, book a private virtual tasting through online vineyards.

If they’re in need of a good laugh, book tickets to an online comedy show.

If they’re looking for fun ways to stay active at home, consider signing them up for a virtual fi tness program designed for older adults.

2. Nostalgic or sentimental gifts.

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Custom mementos — such as scrapbooks, photo phone cases or a digitized home movie — can prompt seniors to reminisce and share stories of years gone by.

Or, express your love through words by inviting friends or family to fi ll an album or shadow box with short notes or letters. Share an uplifting message or recount an experience from long ago.

3. Practical gifts.

A gift doesn’t need to be large and expensive to be meaningful — a blanket, socks or gift cards are among the most popular items on seniors’ wish lists.

A voucher to a favorite restaurant or meal delivery service can be the perfect gift for those who might want a night off from cooking.

4. Gifts to keep entertained and busy.

source of entertainment, keep the mind active, and prevent boredom.

Consider purchasing a monthly subscription box to deliver a surprise to the doorstep every month. There are countless options and themes available, from cooking to books to candles to gardening.

5. The gift of a new holiday tradition.

If an older adult can’t celebrate in person, adapt your favorite holiday traditions to keep them connected. Send a few special ornaments or a sachet of fragrant-dried balsam pine needles so they can enjoy the Christmas tree smell. Or, decorate their doorstep with holiday wreaths, garlands, strings of lights, and batterypowered candles.

By reminding yourself of the true reasons you celebrate, you can navigate this season with hope, peace and joy.

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