The Brazilian government under President Lula released R$ 1.5 billion in parliamentary amendments by the first week of February, marking the highest amount ever disbursed in that timeframe since records began in 2016. This substantial payout occurs in an election year, where there is a concerted effort by the administration to expedite the release of funds suggested by legislators. The current amount is more than double the R$ 634.53 million released the previous year, adjusted for inflation, highlighting a significant increase in the government's financial engagement.