Hugo Motta, the president of Brazil's Chamber of Deputies, has made it clear that he will prioritize a proposed constitutional amendment (PEC) concerning the end of the 6x1 work schedule, despite indications that the government is considering sending its own legislative proposal. According to Motta's allies, he has conveyed that he will not put the government's proposal to a vote, signaling a strong preference for the PEC currently in the legislative pipeline.

The government's efforts to introduce its own bill regarding the 6x1 schedule have been ongoing since last year, with discussions centered around assigning the report to Erika Hilton, a PSOL representative and leader of one of the PECs. Nonetheless, there appears to be significant resistance towards this governmental initiative, with Motta's associates suggesting that the reporting role will ultimately go to a member of the Centrão, a political block known for its influence in Congress. A decision on the appointed relator is expected to be announced soon.

The Brazilian government, while holding onto its proposals, has acknowledged the rapid progress of Motta's PEC and has shown openness to abandoning its legislative plan. However, government ministers maintain that the intent to submit a bill is still on the table, emphasizing their commitment to a shift towards a 5x2 work scale rather than the contentious 6x1 schedule. This situation illustrates the ongoing tug-of-war between the legislative and executive branches regarding labor policies and illustrates how political maneuvering can influence the direction of important labor reforms in Brazil.