Measure seeks to protect families in the capital of São Paulo, ensuring that an essential service does not contravene fundamental rights
The minister of , , decided that the city of São Paulo must resume the sale and charging for funeral, cremation and cemetery services, with values that must be adjusted in accordance with the IPCA. This measure seeks to protect families in the capital of São Paulo, ensuring that an essential service does not contravene fundamental rights. Dino’s determination was a partial response to a lawsuit filed by PCdoB, which questioned the private administration of cemeteries. The party argued that this management resulted in serious violations of human dignity, with privatization leading to commercial exploitation that imposes abusive prices, especially affecting the low-income population.
Grupo Maya, which manages several cemeteries in the city, was the target of criticism in reports that revealed inappropriate practices, such as the exorbitant charge of R$12,000 for a funeral for a newborn child. Furthermore, after a year of concession, the cemeteries still faced maintenance problems, such as accumulation of garbage and uncontrolled vegetation. The privatization of funeral services in São Paulo began in March 2023, when companies paid R$7.2 billion to the city hall to operate the cemeteries for a period of 25 years. Concessionaires also have an obligation to allocate 4% of their revenue to public coffers, but the current situation raises concerns about the quality and dignity of the services provided.
Published by Sarah Paula
*Report produced with the help of AI
