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Brazil betting bill advances with proposed GGR tax increases

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Brazil’s Economic Affairs Committee approved Bill No. 5.473/2025, which proposes raising licensed betting operators’ GGR contribution from 12% to 15%, then to 18% in 2028. The Brazilian Institute of Responsible Gaming warned that higher taxes could weaken licensed operators and encourage customers to use illegal platforms; the bill will go to the Chamber of Deputies unless a request sends it to a plenary vote.

The proposal would increase tax costs for licensed operators, while the bill’s next legislative step remains pending.

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