Brazil's Senate Committee Approves R$400 Emergency Aid for Immigrants
Brazil's Social Affairs Commission approves a bill granting R$400 emergency aid to immigrants, ensuring nondiscriminatory social assistance.
- • The Social Affairs Commission approved Bill 2.425/2020 for immigrant aid.
- • The emergency financial aid is set at R$400.
- • The aid is non-discriminatory regarding nationality or migratory status.
- • The proposal now moves to the Chamber of Deputies.
Key details
The Social Affairs Commission (CAS) of Brazil's Senate has approved Bill 2.425/2020, which proposes an emergency financial aid of R$400 for immigrants residing in the country. The bill, initially presented by Senator Mara Gabrilli (PSD-SP), aims to provide social assistance without discrimination based on nationality or migratory status. Senator Paulo Paim (PT-RS), the bill’s rapporteur, emphasized this inclusive approach during the approval process. Following this approval, the bill will advance to the Chamber of Deputies for further consideration, marking a significant step towards extending social support to immigrant populations in Brazil.