The Assembly of the State of Rio de Janeiro (Alerj) is moving forward with defining the rules for an indirect election to appoint an interim governor, following the anticipated resignation of Cláudio Castro, who is expected to run for the Senate in April. A meeting of the Constitution and Justice Commission (CCJ) is scheduled to discuss a Complementary Law Project related to this election, which will set the stage for the state deputies to choose Castro's replacement by the end of the year.

The report by the relator, Deputy Rodrigo Amorim, suggests significant changes to the election process. Notably, it proposes that the voting be conducted openly, which contrasts with more traditional secret voting methods. Additionally, the report recommends reducing the period during which candidates must resign from their executive posts, cutting it down from six months to just 24 hours. This swift timeframe could enable more candidates to enter the race, thus potentially allowing for a more dynamic and responsive electoral process.

This legislative development is crucial not only for the immediate political landscape of Rio de Janeiro but also for the state's governance in the coming months. As the Alerj works to finalize these rules, the implications of this election will resonate far beyond the immediate succession of the governor, impacting party dynamics and future governance strategies in Rio, especially regarding the balance of power within the state's political framework.