An Act relative to Massachusetts time zones and sunshine protection

This bill proposes to permanently set Massachusetts on Atlantic Standard Time rather than observing Daylight Saving Time. It requires the state government to use this time zone for all official duties, school schedules, and legal contracts, but the change only takes effect if neighboring states like New York or Connecticut make similar moves. Additionally, the legislation mandates that the state education department study the impact of early school start times on student sleep and academic performance. Finally, it directs the governor to formally petition the federal government to officially place Massachusetts in the Atlantic Standard Time zone within 120 days.