BRASÍLIA—Brazil’s senate has approved a new chemical management bill that restricts animal testing to a “last resort” and requires development of a strategic plan to fully transition away from animal use, measures championed by Humane Society International. These measures, if endorsed by Brazil’s president, will compel the adoption of modern, human-relevant science, benefiting citizens, the environment, and animals alike.

“HSI is proud to have actively collaborated with the Brazilian Government and legislators in crafting this law, which reflects modern, ethical approaches to chemical testing. This law represents another step forward for animals in our country,” said Antoniana Ottoni, senior federal affairs specialist for Humane Society International in Brazil. “We commend the Government and Congress for their leadership in protecting animals used in chemical safety testing. By prioritizing animal-free methods, Brazil is positioning itself as a leader in ethical science and setting an example for other countries to follow.”

Senator Fabiano Contarato, who authored the Bill report at the Social Issues Commission said: “This new legislation is very welcome, and it will equate the country with the big nations regarding the commitments about chemical management, that is an important matter for all society. The choice to use modern technologies to assure the safety of chemicals and not rely on old and cruel animal testing is the right way to go”.

Humane Society International remains committed to working with policymakers, scientists, and the public to ensure the successful implementation of the new law and the development of the strategic plan.

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Media contact: Antoniana Ottoni aottoni@hsi.org, Tel: 55 61 9 8140 3636