Dirceu blames SP governor for fuel tax hike

Dirceu criticizes Tarcísio de Freitas

Ex-minister José Dirceu blamed São Paulo governor Tarcísio de Freitas for fuel tax increase.

“Enquanto o governo Lula banca subsídio no diesel, Tarcísio vota para aumentar o imposto que vai para o caixa do estado de São Paulo. ICMS é imposto estadual”

Tax increase approved by Confaz

Confaz approved new fuel tax rates on October 27, 2026.

Tax rates take effect in February 2027

New ICMS rates for gasoline and diesel take effect in February 2027.

Gasoline tax increases

Gasoline tax rises from R$ 1.57 to R$ 1.64 per liter.

Diesel tax increases

Diesel tax increases from R$ 1.17 to R$ 1.30 per liter.

Gas stove tax increases

Gas stove tax increases from R$ 1.47 to R$ 1.54 per liter.

Confaz decision process

Confaz approved tax changes with state representatives from different political groups.

Tarcísio's voting history

Tarcísio opposed tax increase during election campaign but voted for it after second round.

ICMS is state tax

ICMS is a state-level tax, not federal.

Lula not responsible

Dirceu said Lula did not cause tax increase, blaming Tarcísio instead.

Political alignment

Tax changes approved by states with political allies of Lula.

Tax increase impact

Tax increase affects fuel prices for consumers in São Paulo.

Political context

Tax increase occurs during election period for 2026.