Government proposes removing R$20 billion cap on Pé-de-Meia program

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The Brazilian government seeks to remove a R$20 billion cap on the Pé-de-Meia program to avoid budget cuts during the 2026 presidential election campaign. This change is included in a bill to compensate for tax increases. The Pé-de-Meia program incentivizes low-income students to stay in high school. The program provides monthly payments and annual savings to eligible students. The government estimates removing the cap will save R$8 billion next year.


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