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Bill 2937 of 2020, currently under consideration in the Chamber of Deputies, aims to guarantee total exemption from IPI (Brazilian tax on industrialized products) The proposal, introduced in 2020 and approved by the Committee on the Rights of the Elderly in 2021, returns to the center of the debate in 2025 amidst rising vehicle prices and the accelerated aging of the Brazilian population. This would allow drivers aged 60 or older to purchase new cars, with the possibility of using the benefit every five years.
If approved by the other committees and the plenary, the bill could reduce the cost of new cars by thousands of reais for senior citizens and reposition the national automotive market. The measure is seen as an instrument for… to preserve autonomy, mobility and security. of elderly people, while also functioning as Direct stimulus to automakers established in the country.
In the version under review in Congress, bill 2937 of 2020 establishes that any person aged 60 or over You can purchase a new car with full exemption from the Tax on Industrialized Products.
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The benefit would be linked to the buyer’s CPF (Brazilian taxpayer ID) and could be used again after a minimum interval of five years.
The logic is similar to that applied today for People with Disabilities, but with a specific focus on the elderly.
The stated intention of the bill is to recognize mobility as a central element of dignity. In old age, this allows seniors to renew their vehicles periodically without bearing the burden of consumption taxes alone.
Although the text does not provide specific figures, the IPI exemption tends to reduce the final price of a new car by thousands of reais, especially for higher-value models.
By removing this tax from the bill, the proposed legislation creates a significant savings opportunity, which could be crucial for those who currently postpone buying a new vehicle due to financial constraints.
In practice, The same model, when purchased by a driver under 60, would be more expensive. than for a buyer who falls within the age range stipulated by the bill.
For families where children or grandchildren financially support parents and grandparents, the measure also creates room to reorganize the budget, freeing up resources for health, housing, or other typical needs of the elderly.
The automotive sector is closely monitoring the bill.
Approval of the exemption has the potential to To boost sales among an audience that grows year after year and tends to maintain more stable income., whether through retirement benefits, pensions, or income supplements.
At the same time, an increase in demand for new cars among people over 60 could stimulate the launch of more affordable models, focusing on comfort, ergonomics, and active safety.
The increased circulation of new vehicles also contributes to fleet renewal, reducing emissions, fuel consumption, and maintenance costs—effects that benefit both automakers and the government.
Currently, Brazilian legislation focuses on IPI (Tax on Industrialized Products) exemptions for vehicle purchases primarily for people with disabilities and those with certain diseases that limit mobility, such as arthritis or Parkinson’s disease.
This analysis excludes the majority of elderly people, who often maintain Valid driver’s license, independent mobility, and the need for a reliable vehicle., but they do not meet specific medical criteria.
The bill broadens the social reach of this policy by including all Brazilians aged 60 and over, regardless of health diagnosis.
In practice, this means recognizing that Aging, in itself, already alters one’s relationship with public transportation, street safety, and commute time.This justifies differentiated treatment in the taxation of vehicles as well.
Beyond the fiscal impact, the bill carries a direct symbolic meaning regarding how the country views the elderly.
By providing for a complete exemption from IPI (Tax on Industrialized Products) for this group, the text signals that Autonomy and mobility are central components of citizenship.especially in cities where public transportation is insufficient or poorly adapted.
In many cases, driving one’s own car represents the difference between continuing to attend medical appointments, visiting family, participating in social activities, or gradually becoming isolated at home.
The proposal therefore seeks to align tax policy with demographic reality, in a context where population aging will be one of the main national challenges in the coming decades.
Even with support from the thematic committee, bill 2937 of 2020 still needs to be analyzed by other committees of the Chamber of Deputies and then submitted to the plenary.
Only then, if approved, does the text go to the Senate and, finally, to the president for signing to become effective law.
Interested citizens can follow each step through official website of the Chamber of Deputies, by consulting the bill number and checking reports, opinions, and sessions in which the topic is discussed.
For organizations advocating for the elderly, associations of retirees, and unions linked to mobility, this stage is strategic for proposing adjustments, clarifying doubts, and pressing for priority on the legislative agenda.
Ultimately, public opinion tends to be decisive in determining whether the bill will be treated as an unnecessary tax expenditure or as… policy of inclusion and recognition of the historical contribution of the elderly. for the Brazilian economy.
Do you think Congress should prioritize voting on this bill to exempt people over 60 from IPI (tax on industrialized products), even if it reduces tax revenue in the short term?
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