Marcelo Freixo, President of the Brazilian Tourism Institute (Embratur), has confirmed that the federal entity is closely following the development of the gambling industry and analyzing how it could help boost tourism.

The industry is reportedly interested in promoting gambling and betting regulation in Brazil, mainly to be able to have casinos and, consequently, welcome local and foreign residents.

In his role as a Representative, Freixo voted against Bill 442/91 in February 2022, which ended up with a positive vote and was sent to the Senate, but then did not receive Bolsonaro’s nod.

Brazilian residents currently visit nearby cities in Uruguay and Argentina to bet and experience live gambling in casinos.