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Brazil import tax exemption for small purchases

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Latest: Brazil President Lula sanctions US$ 50 import tax exemption

The Brazilian government has moved to eliminate import taxes on small-scale international purchases. Following approval by the Senate of a provisional measure to permanently remove the 20% tax on shipments valued up to U

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Brazil: Expanding child online safety regime

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Latest: Brazilian courts regulate children's digital artistic and commercial exposure

Brazil’s child-protection framework continues to expand through the Digital Child Statute (Law 15.211/2025) and the Digital Statute of the Child and Adolescent (ECA Digital), which came into force in March 2026. The ECA

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Senate advances proposal to end 6x1 work schedule

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Latest: Brazil Senate advances proposal to end 6x1 work schedule

The legislative movement regarding the 6x1 work schedule amendment (PEC 221/2019) remains a central point of contention in Brazil. The proposal, which passed the Constitution and Justice Commission (CCJ), seeks to reduce

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Brazilian agricultural policy and fuel subsidies

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Latest: Brazil implements fuel subsidy package to combat rising oil prices

The Brazilian government and Senate have implemented several legislative and executive measures to support the agricultural sector and enhance food security. In the Senate, the Fertilizer Industry Development Program (Pr

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Brazilian disability and rare disease legislative updates

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Latest: Brazilian Chamber committee approves aid for caregivers of children with autism

Legislative efforts in Brazil are advancing to expand rights and support for individuals with disabilities and rare diseases. In the Chamber of Deputies, a commission approved a bill to recognize individuals with craniof

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Brazil sanctions import tax exemptions for small purchases

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Latest: Brazil President Lula sanctions end of import tax on purchases up to US$ 50

President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has sanctioned Law 15.502 (originating from Conversion Bill 13 of 2026), which eliminates the 20% federal import tax on international postal purchases valued at up to US$ 50. This meas

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Brazil expands credit for infrastructure and green energy

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Latest: Brazil approves bill to modernize concessions and infrastructure

The Brazilian Senate and Ministry of Finance continue to authorize significant credit operations to fund national and subnational infrastructure, focusing on urban mobility, sanitation, and the energy transition. Recent

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Brazil tax reform, regional debt, and fuel legislation

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Latest: Brazil enacts new law for tax arbitration and mediation

By September 2026, Brazil’s fiscal landscape is defined by systemic tax reform, regional debt management, and new frameworks for sustainable energy. The national tax reform aims to replace current levies like ICMS and IS

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Brazilian reinsurance tax reform and rural insurance updates

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Latest: Brazil: Legislative reforms and regional developments

The Brazilian reinsurance and agricultural insurance sectors are undergoing significant legislative transformations. Following the Senate's approval of Bill PL 3.540/2026, shares of IRB Brasil Re rose as the market rea

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Black women political representation in Brazil

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Latest: Brazil political parties face deadline for minority campaign fund distribution

Black women in Brazil have reached record levels of political representation, with 29 elected to the Chamber of Deputies. While racial proportionality is projected to be reached by 2046, gender parity in the Chamber and

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Brazil electric vehicle battery recycling policy

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Latest: Brazil Senate approves electric vehicle battery recycling policy

The Brazilian Senate’s Environment Committee has approved a bill to establish the National Policy for the Circularity of Vehicle Batteries. The legislation seeks to regulate the reuse, traceability, and recycling of batt

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Brazil professional firearm permit expansion

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Latest: Brazil Chamber of Deputies approves expanded firearm permits for public servants

In late July 2026, Brazil's House Public Safety Committee approved a bill (PL 942/26) that would broaden eligibility for firearm carry permits to thirteen high‑risk professions, including lawyers, real‑estate agents, sec

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Brazil racial equality and Black consciousness initiatives

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Latest: Brazil proposes mandatory anti-racism protocols for schools

Brazil is advancing various racial equality and Black consciousness initiatives through federal, municipal, and academic channels. In the Rio de Janeiro region, Minister of Equality Rachel Barros formalized the adherenc

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Maternity rights and family protections in Brazil

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Latest: Brazil approves ILO convention for work-life balance

In Brazil, legislative efforts continue to expand maternity and family protections at municipal, national, and federal levels. At the municipal level, Salvador councilor Daniel Alves (PSDB) introduced a bill to grant mat

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Brazilian healthcare and social protection legislative moves

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Latest: Brazil enacts national protection policy for Tourette syndrome

The Brazilian legislature continues to advance several bills focused on healthcare and social protections. The Constitution and Justice Commission (CCJ) has approved a project to establish a mandatory national protocol f

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Brazil data center market growth and regulatory updates

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Latest: Brazil energy sector debates Future Fuel Law and Redata data center tax regime

The Brazilian data center market is poised for significant expansion, driven by digitalization and artificial intelligence. Industry experts project annual growth exceeding 10% through 2030. However, the sector faces hig

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Brazil loyalty program regulation and judicial rulings

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Latest: Brazil Bill 3083/2026 proposes cash conversion for loyalty miles

The legal and regulatory landscape for loyalty programs in Brazil is undergoing significant developments. The Chamber of Deputies approved Bill 3.083/2026, which seeks to regulate the conversion of accumulated points or

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Animal welfare developments in Brazil

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Latest: Brazil releases report on animal welfare in meat industry

Efforts regarding animal welfare in Brazil have focused on both legislative initiatives and industry-wide reporting. In late August 2026, Deputy Messias Donato introduced Projeto de Lei 3171/26 in the Brazilian Chamber o

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Brazilian legislative debate on criminal age reduction

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Latest: Brazil advances proposal to reduce criminal responsibility age to 16

The Brazilian Chamber of Deputies is advancing Proposed Amendment to the Constitution (PEC) 32/2015, which seeks to reduce the age of criminal responsibility from 18 to 16 years. On June 10, 2026, the Constitution and Ju

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Brazilian legislative proposals on payroll deductions

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Latest: Brazil proposes law to protect workers from financial harassment

Brazil is considering new legislative measures regarding payroll deductions and worker financial protections. Project of Law 462/2011 proposes the introduction of ‘consignado’ rent, which would allow workers under the C

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Brazil expands elder-care rights and councils

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Latest: Brazil Chamber of Deputies advances national elderly caregiver program

Legislative and institutional efforts to protect Brazil’s elderly population expanded significantly through August 2026. In the Chamber of Deputies, the Committee for the Defense of the Rights of the Elderly approved a b

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Global debates on workweek reduction

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Latest: Green Party proposes reducing standard work week to 35 hours

Discussions regarding the reduction of standard working hours are emerging in different regions, often linked to technological advancements and productivity. In Brazil, a legislative proposal to reduce the weekly workwe

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Brazil Indigenous cultural initiatives

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Latest: Parque Arvorar showcases Jenipapo Kanindé indigenous ceramics

In late July 2026, the municipality of Itaituba in Pará opened the Ikó Bijatpu Indigenous School, aiming to preserve indigenous culture and improve educational access. The same period saw Manaus host the fifth ‘Semana Ba

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