Odelmo Leão Carneiro Sobrinho
1946–2026Brazilian politician who served four terms as mayor of Uberlândia and five terms as a federal deputy representing Minas Gerais.
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Odelmo Leão Carneiro Sobrinho was a prominent Brazilian politician from Minas Gerais who dedicated his career to public service. He served four terms as mayor of Uberlândia, one of the largest cities in the state, holding office from 2005 to 2012 and again from 2017 to 2024.
Beyond his municipal leadership, Leão represented Minas Gerais in the Chamber of Deputies for five terms, establishing himself as a significant figure in Brazilian federal politics. In 2003, he served as Secretary of Agriculture for the state of Minas Gerais.
At the time of his death at age 80, he remained active in politics and had announced his intention to run for state deputy. His passing prompted official mourning from the city of Uberlândia and the Municipal Chamber, reflecting his lasting impact on the region.
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