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Senator Mauro Carvalho Junior (União-MT) generated great repercussions when he announced, last Wednesday (4), that a legislative proposal was presented with the potential to significantly change the rules related to the FGTS.
FGTS and the Elderly
The FGTS exists for the purpose of protecting the worker dismissed without just cause, offering a kind of financial cushion in these cases. However, its relevance can be questioned when it comes to workers who have already earned the right to retirement, having a guaranteed source of income.
The proposal presented by Senator Mauro Carvalho is straightforward and seeks to eliminate the mandatory payment of FGTS and social security contributions for workers who are already retired. In addition, it aims to establish a specific registry of job vacancies for retirees, facilitating their reintegration into the market through the National Employment System (Sine).
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According to the senator, this initiative could benefit both retirees and the national economy. Retirees could continue working, if they so wished, without worrying about their social security benefits being reduced. And for the economy, this measure could contribute to reducing unemployment and increasing productivity, considering the vast experience and knowledge of senior citizens.
Criticism and Controversies
However, the proposal to change the FGTS contribution and the INSS has received much criticism. Some argue that eliminating the FGTS and social security contributions could have a negative financial impact, since these are important sources of revenue for the government, and their elimination could adversely affect the economy.
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Senator Mauro Carvalho, in turn, vehemently defends his proposal, emphasizing that government profits differ from those of the private sector and that the focus should be on the financial and social benefits that the measure would bring to the country.
The proposal to eliminate the mandatory collection of FGTS and social security contributions for retired workers, presented by Senator Mauro Carvalho, is the subject of controversy. The debate about its potential financial and social impacts is ongoing. Therefore, it is up to the National Congress to decide whether this proposal can become a law or not. Share your opinion on this subject in the comments below.
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