Hugo Motta, president of the Chamber of Deputies (Republicanos-PB), said the Chamber will approve the proposal to end the 6x1 work schedule this week [1].
The measure represents a significant shift in Brazil's labor laws, potentially altering the work-life balance for millions of employees across various sectors.
Motta said Tuesday, May 26, 2026, in an interview with CNN Brasil regarding the proposal that was first presented on Monday, May 25, 2026 [1, 3]. The proposal seeks to eliminate the 6x1 scale, a system where employees work six days followed by one day of rest.
Addressing the implementation timeline, Motta said he does not believe the transition period should be altered. He said that a transition of one year [2] is fair and necessary to allow different economic sectors to adapt to the new requirements.
"Não acredito em mudança na transição. Penso que a transição de um ano é justa," Motta said [2].
Motta said the proposal is the greatest delivery in the history of the Chamber for the working class [3]. Despite some reports suggesting the proposal still faces obstacles, the Chamber president expressed confidence in a swift victory.
"Tenho plena convicção de que a Casa fará história e aprovará a proposta nesta semana," Motta said [2].
He further said the economy can absorb the change without systemic failure. "Tenho convicção de que todos os setores vão se adaptar," Motta said [2].
The legislative process now moves toward a vote, with the president of the house signaling a clear path for the bill's passage despite potential pushback from business interests concerned about labor costs, and scheduling logistics.
“"Não acredito em mudança na transição. Penso que a transição de um ano é justa."”
The removal of the 6x1 work schedule would be one of the most drastic changes to Brazilian labor regulations in recent years. By mandating a shorter work week or more frequent rest days, the government aims to improve public health and worker productivity. However, the one-year transition period is a critical compromise intended to prevent immediate economic shocks in the retail and service industries, where 6x1 shifts are most prevalent.
