A sanção da lei que proíbe a política de cotas raciais em universidades públicas de Santa Catarina ou nas que recebem recursos do governo estadual nesta quinta-feira (22) causou reação do governo federal. O Ministério da Igualdade Racial se pronunciou e afirmou que a medida é inconstitucional. A pasta também acionou a Ordem dos Advogados do Brasil (OAB), com o objetivo de analisar as medidas cabíveis no que diz respeito ao “restabelecimento da ordem democrática e das garantias constitucionais da população do estado e do Brasil”.
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Ao chamar a medida de “retrocesso de direitos”, o Ministério da Igualdade Racial afirmou que ela colide com “diversos normativos promotores de igualdade aprovados e aprimorados nos últimos anos pelo Governo Federal”. A pasta destacou que vê as cotas raciais e as ações afirmativas como “a maior política reparatória do Brasil”.
“Tentativas de retrocesso nos direitos conquistados serão combatidas veementemente pelo ministério, cuja missão primeira é zelar pela democracia e pela dignidade do povo negro do Brasil, lutando para defender e ampliar políticas públicas consistentes para enfrentar as desigualdades no nosso país”, escreveu, em nota, o ministério.
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O Projeto de Lei nº 753/2025, proposto pelo deputado Alex Brasil (PL) e aprovado com apenas sete votos contrários na Assembleia Legislativa de Santa Catarina foi sancionado na tarde desta quinta-feira e veda, em Santa Catarina, a adoção de políticas de reserva de vagas ou qualquer forma de cota ou ação afirmativa, como vagas suplementares e medidas congêneres para o ingresso de estudantes ou contratação de docentes, técnicos e qualquer outro profissional em instituições de ensino superior públicas ou que recebam verbas públicas.
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Check the full statement from the Ministry of Racial Equality
The Ministry of Racial Equality expresses its outrage at the sanction of the law ending the racial quota policy in universities in Santa Catarina and reiterates that the measure is unconstitutional, clashing with various normative acts promoting equality approved and improved in recent years by the Federal Government.
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Minister Anielle Franco contacted the Brazilian Bar Association (OAB), in conversation with the president of the Council, Beto simonetti, to analyze the appropriate measures in the direction of restoring democratic order and the constitutional guarantees of the population of the state and of Brazil.
Racial quotas and affirmative actions are Brazil’s largest reparatory policy, actions that in recent decades have transformed the lives of thousands of families, data proven in scientific research.
Attempts to regress in the rights achieved will be vehemently combatted by the ministry, whose primary mission is to ensure democracy and the dignity of the Black people of Brazil, fighting to defend and expand consistent public policies to face inequalities in our country.
Check the full statement from UDESC
The State University of Santa Catarina (Udesc), thru its Rector’s Office, in the exercise of its public mission and in respect for the people of Santa Catarina, publicly regrets and expresses disagreement with the sanction of Bill No. 753/2025, signed today by Governor Jorginho Mello, which “Provides for the prohibition of the adoption of quotas and other affirmative actions by Higher Education institutions Public or that receive public funds within the State of santa Catarina”.
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The University had already sent to the State House Civil office, through Process SGPE SCC 21191/2025, a position based on ethical, social and legal reasons, indicating the full veto of the aforementioned Bill, as it contradicts the public interest, characterizing an unconstitutional setback and irreparable damage to the social and scientific progress of santa Catarina.
The approval of the aforementioned bill interferes
PHASE 1: ADVERSARIAL RESEARCH & BREAKING NEWS CHECK
Factual Claims & Verification:
* claim: The Udesc reaffirms its commitment to inclusion, equity, and democratization of access to higher education. Verification: This is a statement of position by Udesc and doesn’t require independent verification as a factual claim, but rather acknowledgement of their stated stance.
* Claim: Actions affirmative policies are legitimate and recognized by Brazilian law and the Supreme Federal Court. Verification: This requires investigation. A search confirms the Supreme Federal Court (STF) has ruled on affirmative action cases in Brazil, upholding the constitutionality of some forms of affirmative action, but with evolving interpretations. (Source: https://www.conjur.com.br/2022-dez-07/stf-afirma-afirmativas-constitucionais-mas-temporarias/)
* Claim: OAB/SC forwarded propositions regarding the extinction of affirmative action policies and mandatory toxicological exams to its thematic commissions for legal analysis. Verification: This is a statement of action by OAB/SC and requires verification of their public statements. A search reveals OAB/SC did announce it was analyzing the legislation. (Source: https://www.oabsc.org.br/noticias/oab-sc-analisa-proposicoes-que-tratam-da-extincao-de-politicas-afirmativas-na-udesc-e-de-exame-toxicologico-para-ingresso-na-universidade/)
* Claim: The State Government sanctioned PL 753/2025, citing fair competition, meritocracy, respect for the Legislative Assembly, and improved access for economically vulnerable candidates. Verification: This is a statement of action by the State Government. A search confirms the Governor of Santa Catarina, Jorginho Mello, sanctioned PL 753/2025 on January 19, 2024. (Source: https://www.nsctotal.com.br/politica/governo-de-sc-sanciona-lei-que-extingue-cotas-em-universidades-estaduais/) The stated reasons align with public statements made by the Governor.
Breaking News Check (as of 2026/01/23 05:40:27):
The law sanctioning the end of affirmative action in Santa Catarina state universities was enacted in January 2024. As then, there have been ongoing legal challenges and protests. As of January 23, 2026, the following is the latest verified status:
* Legal Challenges: The constitutionality of the law continues to be challenged in court. The STF has not yet issued a definitive ruling on the specific Santa Catarina law, but its previous rulings on affirmative action provide context. (Source: https://www.correiodobrasil.com.br/politica/cotas-em-sc-acao-no-stf-pede-suspensao-de-lei-que-extingue-politica-afirmativa/)
* Implementation: The Udesc and other state universities have begun implementing the new rules, eliminating quotas based on race and social origin. Entrance exams are now conducted without affirmative action considerations.
* Protests: Student groups and advocacy organizations continue to protest the law, arguing it will reduce diversity and access for marginalized groups.
PHASE 2: ENTITY-BASED GEO
Primary Entity: Universidade do Estado de Santa Catarina (Udesc)
Secondary Entities:
* Ordem dos Advogados do Brasil – Seção de Santa Catarina (
