The Supreme Federal Court (STF in Portuguese) has held a public hearing regarding the advertising rules for foods and medicines deemed harmful to health. This discussion is part of the Direct Action of Unconstitutionality (ADI) No. 7788 filed by the Brazilian Association of Broadcasters and Television (ABERT in Portuguese) against the regulations set by the National Health Surveillance Agency (ANVISA in Portuguese) that govern the advertising of foods and medicines. The organization claims that the resolutions impose restrictions that should only be established by federal law. It also argues that the measures are excessive and harmful to economic freedom.

The procedure will take place in the session room of the First Chamber of the STF, with live broadcasts on TV Justice, Radio Justice, and the STF’s YouTube channel. Public participation as an audience member is open without prior registration and is subject to capacity limits.

The presiding judge approved the participation of 33 speakers, including representatives from the parties involved in the action, as well as organizations and entities addressing the issue. Each speaker will have 10 minutes to present. The presentations are divided into three sections. Discussion in progress.