Marcos Pereira

Marcos Antônio Pereira was born on April 4, 1972, in Linhares, Espírito Santo. He graduated in Law from Paulista University, specialized in Criminal Law and Procedure at Mackenzie Presbyterian University, and obtained a master's degree in Constitutional Law from the Brazilian Institute of Teaching, Development and Research (IDP). He also worked as a lawyer, university professor, and had stints in the communications and consulting sectors before dedicating himself fully to his political career.

Political career

In the political arena, Marcos Pereira has held prominent positions. He was Minister of Industry, Foreign Trade and Services from May 2016 to January 2018. Elected federal deputy for São Paulo since 2019, he renewed his mandate for the period 2023-2027. He is the national president of the Republicanos party and held the position of 1st vice-president of the House of Representatives in two separate terms (2019-21 and 2023-25).

Performance in the National Congress

In the National Congress, Marcos Pereira serves as a full member of the Finance and Taxation Committee and the Public Administration and Service Committee, and also as an alternate member of the Constitution, Justice and Citizenship Committee. He positions himself as a defender of Christian values, the family, municipal development policies, and the leading role of national industry.