Brazil — Historical Events Description

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Brazil
Event
Public Exam Fee Exemption Decree Issued
Category
Political
Date
2008-10-02
Country
Brazil
Description

Brazil issued Decree No. 6,593, regulating exemption from paying registration fees for federal executive-branch public service entrance exams under specified conditions. The decree set administrative rules for how eligible candidates could request and receive the exemption. It was part of broader federal personnel administration and access-to-public-employment policy. By standardizing the process, it aimed to reduce barriers for low-income applicants seeking public-sector jobs.