Júlio Redecker

Brazilian politician and legislator

Júlio Redecker - Brazilian politician and legislator
Born

1956
69 years ago

Died

July 17th, 2007
17 years ago — 51 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Brazil

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Served as a federal deputy in Brazil from 1995 until 2007. Played a significant role in Brazilian politics, representing the state of Rio Grande do Sul. His legislative focus included infrastructure and transport issues. Redecker was also a member of the Brazilian Democratic Movement.

Served as federal deputy from 1995 to 2007

Participated in key legislation related to transport and infrastructure

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