The Bahia Court of Justice has authorized salary increases for the mayor, deputy mayor, municipal secretaries, and councilors of Feira de Santana, which is the second-largest city in Bahia. This decision restores the effects of a salary adjustment proposal that had been suspended since November 2025 following concerns over its legality. The approval comes amidst a challenge by attorney Jairo Péricles who argued that the proposal was passed during a restricted period defined by the Fiscal Responsibility Law.

The approved salary adjustments represent significant increases: the mayor's salary will rise by 12.03%, the deputy mayor's and secretaries' by 20.55%, and the councilors' salaries by 36.90%. These adjustments not only reflect a substantial financial commitment from the municipality but also highlight ongoing tensions and debates surrounding fiscal responsibility and governance in Bahia. The decision will remain effective until the court provides a final ruling on the legality of the salary adjustment.

This ruling underscores the complexities of municipal governance in Brazil, particularly regarding salary legislation and the balance of legal and ethical considerations in public administration. As the situation unfolds, it will be important to monitor how these increases are received by the public and their potential implications for future budget allocations in the city of Feira de Santana.