Brazil: Bill prohibiting the distribution of content promoting violence against women (PL 627/2026) was introduced to Chamber of Deputies

On 20 February 2026, the Bill prohibiting the distribution of content promoting violence against women (PL 627/2026) was introduced to the Chamber of Deputies. The Bill establishes obligations for internet application providers regarding the moderation of content that displays, promotes, or normalises violence against women. Under the proposed provisions, providers disseminating third-party content, including live broadcasts, must adopt effective measures to prevent the circulation of material depicting physical, psychological, sexual, patrimonial, or moral violence against women, as defined by Law No. 11.340. The Bill also covers content depicting acts of femicide or attempted femicide and material that glorifies or sensationalises such violence. The proposed law prohibits providers from recommending this content through algorithmic systems, allowing its monetisation, or suggesting related search terms. Service providers are required to remove identified or notified infringing material within a maximum period of 24 hours. To ensure effective oversight, providers must maintain a human analysis team specifically trained in gender-based violence. Additionally, the Bill mandates the publication of semi-annual transparency reports detailing the number of removals, the average time taken for removal, the number of complaints received, and the measures adopted to improve identification procedures. Failure to comply with these obligations would subject providers to civil, criminal, or administrative sanctions as set out in Article 12. The law is scheduled to enter into force 180 days after its publication.