Brazilian Chamber chief proposes shift to mixed electoral system

Brazilian Chamber President Hugo Motta met with centrist party leaders Wednesday to propose transitioning Brazil's electoral system to mixed-member proportional representation, with a vote targeted before February 2027. The proposal includes a "distritão" transitional model in 2030, where top individual vote-getters win seats, followed by full mixed-member districts in 2034. The change would apply to federal, state, and municipal legislative elections, requiring a constitutional amendment. The initiative follows PL's electoral gains and aims to reduce "vote-puller" effects. A working group will also address social media campaign rules, with Motta seeking Senate President Davi Alcolumbre's support.