Brazil Senate Shortens Workweek to 40 Hours, Boosting Lula Ahead of Runoff
The short version
Brazil’s Senate approved a bill to cut the workweek from 44 to 40 hours, banning six‑day schedules. The move is seen as a boost for President Lula ahead of the October 25 runoff.
Brazil's Senate approved legislation to shorten the workweek from 44 to 40 hours.3,1 The bill amends the constitution to ban six‑day workweeks.2,4 The change will affect up to 30 million workers.2
The amendment is seen as a political boost for President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva ahead of the October 25 runoff.5,3,2 Lula’s campaign has been pushing the amendment to counter his opponent Flávio Bolsonaro’s first‑round lead.5 The bill will end the “6x1” schedule that has 16 million Brazilians working six days a week with one day off.4
The Senate vote was part of a broader effort to improve working conditions before the election.3 The amendment does not reduce pay for workers.3 The legislation was approved by a majority of senators, giving Lula a potential lifeline days ahead of the election.1
Why it matters
Brazil’s working week is normally 44 hours, typically spread over six days.3
The “6x1” schedule means workers have one day off each week but still work six days.4
The presidential election will be held on October 25, with a runoff if no candidate gets a majority.5
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is the incumbent left‑wing leader, facing far‑right candidate Flávio Bolsonaro.5
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