The Bill 2719/26 amends theMaria da Penha Lawto make it clear that protection measures for women apply to aggressions committed by ex-boyfriends or ex-partners, even after the end of the intimate affection relationship. The Chamber of Deputies is examining the proposal.
According to the text, protection applies to intimate affection relationships that exist or have ended, even when the couple never lived together. Thus, the end of the relationship does not prevent the application of protection measures provided for in the law.
The proposal seeks to ensure that the Maria da Penha Law is applied uniformly across the country and to prevent interpretations that restrict protection due to the end of the relationship or lack of cohabitation.
The bill also includes in the law the understanding already adopted by the Superior Court of Justice (STJ) that the end of the relationship does not, in itself, eliminate the context of gender violence or the need for victim protection.
The author, Congressman Amom Mandel (Republicanos-AM), states that the change closes loopholes for impunity for aggressors. "It is still possible to observe court decisions that fail to apply the Maria da Penha Law by claiming a lack of cohabitation or current relationship," explained the author.
Data from the Brazilian Forum on Public Safety shows that 21.3% of femicides in 2025 were committed by former intimate partners of the victims. See infographic below.
Next Steps
The proposal will be analyzed onConclusive natureThe text: "by the commissions on the Defense of Women's Rights; and on Constitution, Justice, and Citizenship."
To become law, the text must be approved by the Chamber of Deputies and the Federal Senate.
Learn more about the process of bill legislation