Hugo Motta, the President of the Chamber of Deputies in Brazil, has expressed an expectation for the upcoming vote on the constitutional amendment proposal (PEC) that aims to abolish the controversial 6x1 work shift schedule. He made the announcement on Tuesday, stating that the legislative process is set to begin with the text being sent to the Committee on Constitution and Justice. This marks a significant step forward in addressing labor concerns and the work-life balance of employees who are currently subjected to this demanding schedule.

Motta highlighted the importance of respecting the legislative initiatives of Deputies Erika Hilton and Reginaldo Lopes, who initially proposed the end of the 6x1 shift. By combining their proposals for collective analysis, Motta aims to foster a more comprehensive debate within the chambers of Congress. This collaborative approach is seen as an effort to ensure that varied perspectives are included in the dialogue surrounding labor reforms.

The decision to pursue a constitutional amendment rather than a simple bill reflects the gravity of the issue at hand, as the 6x1 work schedule has been criticized for its taxing nature on workers. The anticipated vote in May is expected to generate considerable attention and could lead to significant changes in labor laws in Brazil, especially in light of evolving workplace standards and technologies.