Brazil cuts work week to 40 hours in win for Lula ahead of runoff
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Brazil's congress approved a constitutional amendment cutting the maximum workweek from 44 to 40 hours and banning six-day workweeks. The change affects up to 30 million workers, primarily in retail, restaurants, and hotels. Senators voted 75–1 in favor on October 14, 2026.
Implementation details and enforcement mechanisms are not specified in the article. The change primarily benefits low-wage workers in service industries.
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