Summary
Projeto de Lei No. 572, de 2022, creates a national framework law on Human Rights and Businesses in Brazil, and establishes guidelines for the promotion of public policies on this topic. The proposed law requires companies to respect and protect human rights, conduct due diligence on human rights risks in their operations, and establish mechanisms to remedy any human rights violations that may occur. It also establishes the National Human Rights and Business Forum, which will be responsible for promoting dialogue and cooperation between businesses, civil society, and the government to advance the protection and promotion of human rights in business activities.