In an action to guarantee social security for the neediest families in situations of public calamity, the Federal Government confirmed the advance payment of Family Allowance in five Brazilian states:
- Amazonas: Families from 55 municipalities affected by river floods;
- Amapá: Families in 15 municipalities in an emergency situation due to the rains;
- Alagoas: Maceió families impacted by heavy rains;
- Parana: Families in 10 cities in a state of public calamity due to the rains;
- Rio de Janeiro: Families from 7 municipalities affected by the rains.
Advance Payment Schedule
- April 1st: Amazonas and Amapá
- April 5th: Alagoas
- April 8th: Paraná
- April 12: Rio de Janeiro
How to Receive Advance Benefit
- Payment dates: The payment schedule follows the final digit of the NIS, as usual;
- Payment method: The credit will be made to the bank account registered in the program;
- Balance and statement inquiry: The balance and statement can be consulted through the application Has Box, for the website from Caixa Econômica Federal or by calling 111.
Other Important Information
- Updating the Single Registry: It is important to keep the Single Registry updated to avoid blocks or suspensions of the benefit;
- Cashier Service: Caixa Econômica Federal provides service channels to assist Bolsa Família beneficiaries.
Positive Impact of the Advance Payment of Bolsa Família
The advance payment of Bolsa Família in five Brazilian states is a measure with the potential to generate positive impacts in several areas:
- Social Security: By accelerating access to benefits, families in a situation of public calamity can have their basic needs met more quickly, ensuring greater social security in times of difficulty.
- Local Economy: The injection of resources into communities affected by the rains boosts the local economy, boosting trade and generating income for small businesses.
- Social Well-Being: The advance payment of benefits contributes to reducing social vulnerability and promoting family well-being, reducing financial stress and providing greater peace of mind in challenging times.
- Reconstruction and Prevention: Families can use the resources to cover emergency expenses, such as repairs to homes damaged by rain, as well as investing in preventive measures for future climate events.
- Transparency and Efficiency: The measure demonstrates the Federal Government's commitment to transparency and efficiency in the management of public resources, ensuring that benefits reach the families that need them most in a timely manner.
- Combating Inequality: Bringing forward Bolsa Família reinforces the program's role as a tool to combat social inequality, ensuring that the neediest families have access to basic resources to overcome difficulties.
- Social Mobilization: The measure can mobilize civil society and the private sector to join efforts to help families affected by public disasters, promoting solidarity and social responsibility.
- Strengthening the Social Protection Network: The advance payment of the benefit consolidates the role of Bolsa Família as a pillar of the Brazilian social protection network, acting as a protective shield for families in vulnerable situations.
- Government Recognition: The action demonstrates the Federal Government's recognition of the importance of taking rapid and effective measures to minimize the impacts of extreme weather events on the most vulnerable communities.
- Hope and Dignity: The advance payment of Bolsa Família brings hope and dignity to families in situations of public calamity, demonstrating that the Government is present and active in helping them overcome challenges and rebuild their lives.
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