Rio Grande do Sul enacts gambling advertising restrictions under Law 16,508

Rio Grande do Sul enacted Law 16,508/2026, signed by Governor Eduardo Leite, adding restrictions on gambling advertising; it took effect on 27 April, according to the report. Ads must carry problem-gambling warnings covering at least 15% of their area, while rules also restrict marketing aimed at minors and advertising in public spaces, with exceptions for certain sponsorship or naming agreements. Violations may lead to warnings, financial sanctions or licence suspension.