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Brazil broadcasters lobby against proposed sports-betting ban

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Globo, SBT and Band are lobbying Brazil’s federal government against a possible ban on betting sites, reportedly citing effects on advertising revenue and their partnerships with betting brands. Clubs and federations also issued a manifesto on 17 September arguing that a ban could push bettors towards unlicensed platforms and disrupt existing contracts.

A ban could affect broadcasters’ betting partnerships and the commercial arrangements of clubs and federations.

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Brazil government seeks full approval of proposed betting ban in 2026

Brazilian government leader in Congress Senator Randolfe Rodrigues said the government would seek to pass the provisional measure banning sports betting and online gaming without amendments. He said a joint committee could be installed the following week, with votes in both houses targeted for 2026, although review could slip to 2027. Finance Minister Dario Durigan said the proposed ban would reduce projected 2027 Selective Tax revenue and require budget adjustments.

The joint committee that will evaluate Brazil's provisional measure banning sports betting and online gaming could be installed next week. The government's support base intends to leave the text entirely intact. Some amendments submitted to the measure propose leaving room for sports betting to continue.

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