The Pará State Assembly, known as Alepa, concluded a productive week of legislative activity, passing several significant measures aimed at cultural preservation and public education. Among the most notable actions was the approval of a bill establishing a State Digital Environmental Education Program. The initiative, championed by Deputy Diana Belo, is designed to raise public awareness about sustainability and preservation, directly addressing challenges like illegal deforestation and ecosystem degradation within the state. The program also encourages students to create their own educational content and outlines partnerships with schools, NGOs, and the private sector to secure necessary resources.
In a move to formally recognize and protect local landmarks, lawmakers unanimously approved two projects designating specific sites as cultural heritage. The first, Project Law No. 368/2025, declares Parque Adhemar Monteiro in Paragominas as a Material Cultural Heritage site of the state. The park, a popular tourist destination spanning about 12 hectares, is home to native plants, lakes, and regional wildlife. The second project, Law No. 691/2025, grants the status of Intangible Cultural Heritage to the Expo Xingu Agricultural Fair, an annual event held in São Félix do Xingu.
Earlier in the week, the Assembly hosted the Public Defender's Office for its annual accountability presentation. Public Defender General Mônica Belém delivered the report for the 2025 fiscal year, highlighting institutional advances with a particular focus on expanding access to justice for socially vulnerable populations. A key achievement noted was the completion of 2.45 million service appointments in 2025, demonstrating the institution's expanded reach across Pará.
The legislative agenda also included the introduction of new proposals. Deputy Carlos Bordalo filed a bill aimed at broadening access to pharmaceutical assistance statewide. The proposal suggests measures such as gradually extending the operating hours of public medication dispensing units and utilizing mobile health units, including river-based ones, to serve populations in remote areas, especially riverside communities.
Furthermore, the Constitution and Justice and Final Drafting Committee held its 10th ordinary meeting, where members reviewed 32 propositions. These included requests for public utility recognition, cultural heritage designations, the granting of the title 'Citizen of Pará,' the creation of commemorative dates, and several other legislative projects from various deputies.
Based on reporting from g1.