São Paulo Mayor to Sanction Bill Restricting Betting Ads

São Paulo Mayor Ricardo Nunes has committed to sanctioning a bill that will further restrict betting advertisements, mirroring recent actions taken in Rio de Janeiro. The proposed law, presented by councilman João Jorge, aims to broaden the scope of advertising bans for betting platforms.

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It was time for someone to take a stand against this plague that is betting.

Initially, the bill focused on prohibiting ads at sporting events. However, following Rio's lead, Jorge plans to amend the proposal to include all public spaces. Another bill, presented by councilman Adrilles Jorge, is also under consideration and seeks to ban advertising in municipal public spaces, bus stops, public transport vehicles, and municipal sports arenas.

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The councilman João Jorge has a bill in progress in the Chamber, it should be voted on in the first week back from recess and I will sanction it.

Nunes stated his intention to sanction the bill upon its approval by the City Council, emphasizing the importance of protecting citizens and the common good. This initiative aligns with the federal government's recent tightening of rules, which prohibits advertisements promoting betting as a source of income. The broader objective is to mitigate the negative societal effects associated with online gambling.

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Protecting people. It is the public power acting in defense of the common good.