The Minister of Tourism Celso Sabino has once again come out in favour of legalising casinos in Brazil. Talking with Mercado and Eventos, a Brazilian publication focused on the Brazilian tourism industry, the minister said that the expectation is that the bill will be signed in the first half of this year.
“The bill that regulates casinos has already been approved in the Chamber and is now in the Senate. Our expectation is that it will be approved and sanctioned by the president by the first semester of 2025,” he said.
Sabino highlighted the potential benefits of the initiative, saying, “If regulated responsibly and sustainably, this activity could generate jobs, increase revenue, and promote economic development in Brazil,” and emphasised how it aligns with practices in other countries worldwide.
