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FecomercioSP urges safeguards in Brazil casino legalisation proposal

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FecomercioSP has submitted a technical opinion to Brazilian lawmakers considering casino legalisation, calling for clear tax rules, enforcement against illicit activity and assessment of social risks. The São Paulo federation said any authorisation should be considered cautiously and casinos should form part of wider tourism projects; it plans to send its position to the legislators reviewing the proposal.

The federation’s recommendations identify tax, enforcement and social-protection issues for lawmakers considering casino authorisation.

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Texas representative proposes referendum on casinos and sports betting

Texas representative Charlie Geren filed a joint resolution proposing a constitutional amendment that would let voters decide on casino gaming and sports betting on 2 November 2027. The proposal would limit casino gaming to physical premises, cap the state at 10 casinos and set a maximum tax rate of 15% of gross gaming revenue; online casino gaming is excluded.

Texas state representative Charlie Geren has filed a proposed constitutional amendment that would put casino gaming and sports betting to a statewide vote on 2 November 2027 if passed.

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