# Amazonas gubernatorial election campaign

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/amazonas-gubernatorial-election-campaign
> Updated: 2026-08-24T13:28:34.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

The 2026 Amazonas gubernatorial campaign has centered on infrastructure and public health development. Candidate David Almeida introduced a 170-point program, “Pra Cima, Amazonas – Energia e Coragem para o Amazonas Prosperar,” which focuses on road rehabilitation, urban upgrades in Manaus, and the expansion of the state health network to eliminate the SisReg waiting list.

Almeida has since identified public health as his administration's primary priority, citing the need to address lessons from the Covid-19 pandemic. His campaign has also sought municipal cooperation, with Manaus Mayor Renato Junior expressing support and discussing integrated actions for infrastructure and public services between the state and the capital.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-24: Coari ICMS tax share increase sparks legal dispute in Amazonas

Manaus is contesting a court ruling that increased Coari's share of the Amazonas ICMS tax from 2.55% to 5.81%, a move that reduces revenue for other municipalities.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/david-almeida-prioritizes-health-in-amazonas-gubernatorial-campaign

### 2026-08-03: David Almeida presents Amazon infrastructure, health plan for 2026 race

David Almeida’s detailed plan for Amazonas focuses on road upgrades, health regionalisation, social aid and security, while incumbent Roberto Cidade secures re‑election candidacy, highlighting development as a

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/david-almeidas-amazon-state-government-plan-shaped-by-youth-participation

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