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Senate advances proposal to end 6x1 work schedule

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2026-09-08 16:12 UTC → 2026-09-12 05:42 UTC · added ~~removed~~

Senate ~~vote on~~ advances proposal to end 6x1 work schedule ~~postponed until after 2026~~

The legislative movement regarding the 6x1 work schedule amendment (PEC 221/2019) remains ~~stalled following Senate President Davi Alcolumbre’s decision to postpone the plenary vote until after the 2026 elections.~~ a central point of contention in Brazil. The proposal, which passed the Constitution and Justice Commission (CCJ), seeks to reduce weekly hours from 44 to 40 and guarantee two paid days of rest without salary reductions. While the vote was previously postponed by Senate President Davi Alcolumbre until after the 2026 elections, recent developments indicate the proposal is advancing. Senator Renan Calheiros (MDB) stated his party is prepared to vote as early as next week, noting that Alcolumbre and President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva ~~has expressed disappointment over the delay, stating he is “unsure of the reasons” behind~~ have coordinated a calendar for the ~~postponement. He maintains that~~ measure’s progression. Public sentiment appears to favor the ~~change is essential for improving workers' quality~~ change, with a Datafolha survey indicating over 70% of ~~life by providing more time for family and study. In response to~~ Brazilians support shorter work weeks without pay cuts. However, the ~~delay,~~ construction sector has raised significant alarms regarding the ~~Forum~~ amendment. The Chamber of ~~Labor Unions has launched~~ Brazilian Construction Industry (Cbic) estimates a ~~mobilization campaign involving street protests, social media efforts, and leafleting in commercial centers. Union~~ potential annual financial impact of R$ 155.6 billion. Industry leaders, including ~~Sérgio Nobre~~ Yorki Estefan of Sinduscon-SP, warn of severe labor shortages, noting that implementing the ~~CUT, have accused~~ change would require approximately 288,000 new professionals who are currently unavailable. Additionally, the ~~delay~~ Association of ~~being influenced~~ Brazilian Developers (Abrainc) estimates that property prices could rise by ~~business interests and opposition senators. Politically, the Workers' Party (PT) is pursuing a cautious strategy~~ approximately 5.5% due to preserve its relationship with the Senate presidency. Rather than direct confrontation with Alcolumbre, the party is reportedly redirecting its criticism toward the Liberal Party (PL), accusing them of obstructing the measure. Meanwhile, opposition leaders have characterized the amendment as an “electoral tool.” increased labor costs and extended project timelines.

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