Brazil's Chamber of Deputies plans to vote on a constitutional amendment to end the 6x1 work schedule by the end of May [1].
This move represents a significant shift in Brazilian labor law, aiming to reduce the standard working week for millions of employees. The proposal seeks to balance labor rights with economic stability through a framework developed via multi-sector dialogue.
Hugo Motta, president of the Chamber of Deputies, announced the priority on Sunday, May 17 [1]. He said the voting process for the end of the 6x1 schedule will be one of the house's priorities during the month of May [1].
The legislative timeline has been accelerated through sessions of a special commission in Brasília. According to the current schedule, the commission is expected to deliver its report on May 20 [2]. This will be followed by a commission vote on May 26 [2].
The process is slated to culminate in a final plenary vote on May 27 [3]. Motta said the proposal was built through dialogue with various sectors and is not tied to any specific party [4].
The 6x1 system, which requires employees to work six days and have one day off, has faced increasing scrutiny regarding worker well-being. The proposed constitutional amendment (PEC) intends to replace this model with a reduced hourly requirement, a change that would alter the operational structure of many service-sector businesses across the country.
By prioritizing this vote, the Chamber of Deputies is responding to a growing national debate on labor productivity and quality of life. The administration and the legislature have coordinated to ensure the project moves quickly through the necessary legal channels to meet the May deadline [4].
“The voting process for the end of the 6x1 schedule will be one of the house's priorities during the month of May.”
The transition away from the 6x1 work model would mark one of the most substantial changes to Brazil's labor framework in recent years. If passed, the amendment would force a systemic reorganization of the retail and service industries, potentially increasing employment opportunities by spreading hours across more workers while addressing public health concerns related to worker burnout.
