Senator Chico Rodrigues (PSB-RR), who in 2020 was, declared himself against the PEC (proposal for amendment to the Constitution) that protects deputies and senators from investigations on Wednesday (17). He made the statement in the plenary, while chairing the session.
Rodrigues heard a speech by Venetian Senator Vital do Rêgo (MDB-PB) against the bill. Venetian used hard words. “It is a mockery that the Chamber practices, imposes on Brazilian society,” said the MDB politician.
Then Chico Rodrigues demonstrated support for his colleague’s speech. He said the bill should not be approved in the Senate. “[Se aprovasse a PEC] This legislature would be marked exactly by a decision that goes against history, “said Rodrigues.
The House in voting on Tuesday (15) and Wednesday. The text gives Congress power to block investigations against deputies and senators.
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