The Women's Rights Defense Commission, led by Erika Hilton, prioritized legislation against violence towards women, including electronic monitoring for offenders, during its current term.
The Women's Rights Defense Commission, currently chaired by deputy Erika Hilton from the PSOL party in São Paulo, has taken significant strides in prioritizing legislation designed to combat violence against women in the upcoming year of 2025. Among the notable projects supported by the commission is a measure requiring the monitoring of offenders via electronic ankle bracelets, which was recently approved by the Chamber of Deputies. Additionally, the commission has examined and endorsed various other bills concerning women's health, maternity, and early childhood, alongside proposals aimed at promoting economic autonomy for women.
During the last legislative term, under the leadership of deputy Célia Xakriabá from PSOL-MG, the commission was remarkably active, approving a total of 121 bills and holding 102 meetings and events focused on gender equality and women's rights. The commission's responsibilities extend beyond merely proposing legislation; they also play a critical role in overseeing and supervising government policies designed to support women and promote gender equality across Brazil.
In its recent actions, the commission also allocated R$ 3.6 billion towards amendments in the federal budget, demonstrating its commitment to securing resources for women's rights initiatives. Of this amount, R$ 1.7 billion was specifically set aside for targeted programs that will empower women and address issues of gender-based violence, signifying a proactive approach to legislative reform and the advancement of women's rights within the Brazilian political landscape.
