The Rio de Janeiro Government published, this Tuesday (19), Decree 49.804. The norm regulates Video Lottery Terminals (VLTs), totems and betting terminals. Thus, the state estimated potential of up to 65 thousand jobs and stimulus to tourism.
Safety and control measures for VLTs
The decree defined requirements for safe operation and continuous monitoring. Furthermore, it established procedures for user identification and registration.
- Secure operation: accreditation with Loterj (Rio de Janeiro State Lottery), real-time traceability, biometric authentication, player registration and prohibition of cash payments.
- Points of sale must follow controls and messages of responsibility to consumers.
VLT stores and sports bars are now included in the regulations. Therefore, these establishments must adopt QR Codes and responsible gaming messages. They must also maintain visible communication regarding the current rules.
Loterj Statement and Expected Impacts on the Sector
Hazenclever Lopes Cançado, president of Loterj, stated: “This is a historic milestone! I thank Governor Cláudio Castro and the Loterj team for their commitment. Every bet will be safe, every transaction monitored, with real social and economic benefits for Rio.”
The government has indicated that the measure will have direct impacts on employment and tourism. As a result, the Rio de Janeiro lottery market is poised to gain transparency and security. Furthermore, the regulation seeks to organize the activity and increase oversight.
About Loterj
The Rio de Janeiro State Lottery (Loterj) is an autarchy under the State Civil Service Secretariat. It administers, manages, and monitors gambling activities throughout the state.
Furthermore, it regulates conventional and instant lotteries, as well as authorized sports betting. The agency also sponsors social projects such as daycare centers and shelters for vulnerable women.
Loterj is a member of international organizations to promote safe and responsible practices in the gaming sector. Therefore, it focuses on transparency, offering ombudsman channels and access to information. In this way, it ensures the monitoring of lottery activities in an ethical and effective manner.
