Amid the voting of the budget proposal, which does not provide enough resources to fund the program in 2025, the Minister of Finance says that ‘Student Law is guaranteed in any way
The Minister of Finance, reaffirmed last Thursday (20) the government’s commitment to the continuity of the program intended for high school students. During a meeting with the executive Haddad approached the current economic scenario and guaranteed that the program will not be discontinued. The sock acts as a student savings and was included in the 2025 budget with a forecast of $ 1 billion. However, the Ministry of Finance estimates that the actual cost of the program is $ 1.5 billion.
“The program [Pé-de-Meia] does not risk discontinuity. Student law is guaranteed anyway, ”said Minister Fernando Haddad.
The inclusion of the program in the budget was a determination of the Federal Court of Auditors, after the Union Attorney General released a blockade of R $ 6 billion. To cover the difference of R $ 500 million between the expected budget and the estimated cost, the government plans to request supplementary credits throughout the year. This strategy is essential to ensure that the program continues without interruption, despite discussions around the complementation of the necessary resources.
Step foot is a crucial initiative for supporting high school students, providing them with a financial base for the future. Confirmation of their continuity brings relief to many students and their families, who depend on this student savings. The government is committed to finding financial solutions that ensure that the program meets their budget needs, ensuring that students continue to benefit.
*With information from Marília Ribeiro
*Report produced with the aid of AI
