Teresa Leitão

Government spokesperson in the Senate

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Born: October 7, 1951, Recife

Party: Workers' Party

Education: Catholic University of Pernambuco

Previous offices: state deputy of Pernambuco

Last updated Nov 2, 2026

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Brazil's Senate approves shorter workweek, ending six-day shifts

Rule Changes

Warned of potential setbacks

Brazil's Senate voted 75-1 on October 14 to approve a constitutional amendment cutting the maximum legal workweek from 44 to 40 hours, ending the 6x1 schedule. The amendment goes to Congress for promulgation without presidential approval; days later, Finance Minister Dario Durigan said the government may create credit lines to help companies adapt.

Updated Oct 19