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Reavaliação de agroquímicos e devido processo legal administrativo
A recent decision by Brazil's Federal Regional Court of the 1st Region confirms that the Ministry of Agriculture holds final authority over agrochemical use decisions following environmental assessments by Ibama. This ruling addresses regulatory inconsistencies in the re-evaluation process of active ingredients, particularly regarding imidacloprid, and establishes that uniform treatment must apply to both registered products and new registration requests.
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Mercados preditivos e a sina dos modelos de negócios inovadores no Brasil
Regulatory authorities in Brazil have moved to restrict prediction markets before conducting thorough analysis of their nature and potential benefits. This reactive approach follows a familiar pattern in the country, where innovative business models face resistance and are often forced into pre-existing legal categories that don't fit, potentially causing Brazil to miss out on a rapidly growing global market worth billions of dollars.
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BRPTO Begins Transition To The New Patent Directorate And Board Of Appeals Structures
The Brazilian Patent and Trademark Office has restructured its organizational framework, expanding its Patent Directorate from 20 to 26 specialized examination divisions while dissolving eight existing units. These administrative changes, implemented through a series of normative ordinances in 2026, represent a significant reorganization of how patent applications will be processed and managed across different technical areas.
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Nova Lei Amplia Fiscalização Do Frete Mínimo Rodoviário; Confira O E-Book
O Congresso Nacional aprovou a Lei nº 15.485/2026, estabelecendo um regime mais rigoroso de cadastro e responsabilização sobre o piso mínimo do frete rodoviário. A norma exige que a remuneração do TAC-agregado e do TAC-independente observe os pisos mínimos de frete, enquanto o teto da multa cai de R$ 10 milhões para R$ 1 milhão. O veto presidencial manteve intacto o passivo regulatório apurado pela ANTT, tema que deve gerar novos debates no Congresso.
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IBAMA e agroquímicos: TCU abre auditoria e irá analisar gargalo regulatório
O setor de defensivos agrícolas enfrenta atrasos crônicos na avaliação de registros pelo IBAMA, com processos pendentes por mais de 5 anos em média. Diante da morosidade sistemática e possíveis falhas de governança, o TCU autorizou auditoria operacional para verificar o cumprimento da Lei 14.785/23, examinar a aderência do órgão ao novo marco regulatório e avaliar questões de transparência e gestão administrativa.
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Federal Decree Establishes New Rules For Registration Of Access To Brazilian Biodiversity By Foreign Legal Entities
Brazil has introduced new regulations governing how foreign entities can access the country's genetic heritage and traditional knowledge through partnerships with national research institutions. The decree establishes a framework for association agreements and creates a new alliance to promote coordination and best practices in biodiversity access activities.
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Mayer Brown
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Brasília Em Pauta - Edição Nº 238
This weekly bulletin from Tauil & Chequer's Brasília litigation team highlights critical cases scheduled for judgment by Brazil's Supreme Federal Court, Superior Court of Justice, and Federal Court of Accounts, alongside key legislative matters in the Chamber of Deputies and Federal Senate. The bulletin covers administrative law, consumer protection, energy infrastructure, insurance, and tax matters set for deliberation during the week of May 4-8, 2026.
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