Mato Grosso enacts new laws on parenting and fireworks regulation

The state of Mato Grosso has implemented new legislative measures addressing social responsibility and public order. Law No. 13.455, sanctioned in June, establishes the Responsible Parenting Campaign. This initiative aims to raise awareness regarding the shared responsibility of mothers and fathers in child-rearing, emphasizing the importance of presence, affection, and the establishment of boundaries for healthy child development.

Additionally, a new law authored by State Deputy Beto Dois a Um has been sanctioned to regulate the use of loud fireworks. While loud fireworks have been prohibited in the state since 2023, the updated legislation allows citizens to assist in enforcement by using mobile phones to record photos or videos of illegal use. These recordings can be submitted to authorities as evidence.

The law maintains the ban on loud fireworks for celebrations but provides specific exceptions for agricultural use, such as deterring predators, or for safety at recycling centers and airports. Violators face fines of up to 3,000 UPF/MT, with increased penalties for repeat offenses.