Brazil will replace the 6x1 work schedule with a system providing two days of rest [1].
This shift represents a significant change in labor conditions for millions of workers. By reducing the workweek, the government aims to improve the quality of life and health for public servants and employees across the country.
Hugo Motta (Republicanos-PB), the president of the Chamber of Deputies, said Monday that the new schedule will be implemented one year after the approval of the proposed amendment to the Constitution (PEC) [1]. The announcement took place in Brasília, where the proposal was aligned with the federal government to enhance working conditions [1].
"The new work schedule with two days of rest will come into effect one year after the approval of the PEC," Motta said [1].
The transition has been a point of discussion among high-level officials. Earlier this month, on April 16, Minister of Institutional Relations José Guimarães said it is possible to discuss the transition, though he rejected tax exemptions related to the change [2].
While Motta has specified a timeline, other government officials have remained more general regarding the implementation window. Some reports indicated that while a transition is possible, a definitive deadline had not been established [3].
Public interest in the measure has also sparked misinformation regarding the legislative process. A Reuters fact-check on April 24 confirmed that claims regarding the absence of Rep. Kim Kataguiri during the vote on the 6x1 schedule were false [4].
“The new work schedule with two days of rest will come into effect one year after the approval of the PEC.”
The move to eliminate the 6x1 schedule is a strategic effort to modernize Brazilian labor laws. By establishing a one-year grace period for implementation, the government is attempting to balance worker welfare with the operational needs of businesses and public agencies to avoid sudden economic shocks.
