Summary:
This law establishes principles and guidelines for the formulation and implementation of public policies for early childhood. It also amends a range of laws in the Brazilian legal framework.
Description:
This law defines “early childhood” as the period up to the completion of six years of age (Article 2). For the FULL Global Food Law database, the law highlights the following key points:
- Firstly, public policies for early childhood must prioritize nutrition and health. (Article 5).
- In addition, there is a priority in adopting measures to prevent the exposure of early childhood to marketing. (Article 5).
- Furthermore, family support programs must focus on health and nutrition. (Article 14)
As a result, this law guides broader policies in Brazil. It also aligns with the priority areas of the database, including marketing, labeling, fiscal policies, and school environments. Above all, it maintains children’s protection as a central focus to policy-oriented actions.