Valdemar Costa Neto, president of the PL, and Antonio Rueda, president of União Brasil, have announced that their opposition will work to halt the proposal concerning the termination of the 6x1 work shift at the CCJ (Committee on Constitution and Justice) in the Chamber of Deputies. Their strategy involves avoiding a vote in the plenary, where the proposal could be more likely to succeed due to political pressures on deputies. During a dinner event in São Paulo, Costa Neto emphasized that it would be challenging for federal deputy and Senate candidates to vote against the end of the 6x1 shift once the proposal is brought to the floor.

The PL and União Brasil leaders have signaled their commitment to actively engaging with the President of the Chamber to ensure the proposal is not placed for a vote, fostering a political environment where the 6x1 work schedule—used in various sectors—will remain intact. This approach underscores their strategy to maintain influence within legislative processes and appeal to specific sectors concerned about labor laws. The move reflects broader political maneuvering as the upcoming elections loom, with parties aligning their positions according to the interests of their constituents.

The implications of this decision include potential shifts in labor policies in Brazil, as the 6x1 work shift has been a contentious issue among different political factions. Maintaining this work shift could impact worker rights and benefits and the future direction of labor laws, highlighting the need for a further debate on work conditions in Brazil. Policymakers must consider varying societal impacts and the legislative landscape as they navigate these discussions, particularly as they relate to economic recovery and labor market stability after the pandemic.