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Sanctified law that forgives debt and increases limit of MEI
Publication: Feed Editoria
Author: Paula Laboissière – Repórter da Agência Brasil
Source published: 21/10/2026, 16:33:00 UTC
Briefing created: 21/10/2026, 20:44:05 UTC
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Briefings
Brazilian law PLP 186/2026 was approved by the Senate on October 21, 2026, with 78 favorable votes. It permits full debt forgiveness for microentrepreneurs (MEIs) with Union debts up to R$18.7 billion, effective January 1, 2027, and raises the annual revenue cap from R$81 million to R$140 million by 2028. The initiative targets 17.6 million entrepreneurs, with 7.8 million women affected, and includes provisions for hiring up to two employees per firm.
Key points
- The Senate approved PLP 186/2026 on October 21, 2026, with 78 favorable votes and no opposition.
- Debt forgiveness applies to MEIs with Union debts up to R$18.7 billion, effective January 1, 2027.
Context
This legislation aims to reduce microentrepreneur debt and simplify financial management. It integrates into the Prospera MEI package, targeting 17.6 million entrepreneurs and 7.8 million women. The measure addresses the 'dirty name' issue in Serasa and allows for debt remission without requiring formal application to the PGFN.
Limitations
Coverage is limited to federal debt forgiveness and revenue caps; state-level debt relief is not detailed. The evidence is from a 2026 article with no preprint status or uncertainty markers. Future implementation details beyond the 2027-2028 timeline remain unconfirmed.
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