Brazil’s Chamber of Deputies has taken a progressive step by approving a bill that redirects 0.1% of online sports betting revenue to support deaf sports. The measure, championed by Deputy Flávia Morais (PDT–GO), proposes that a portion of the Ministry of Sports' current 22.2% allocation from betting profits be transferred to the Brazilian Confederation of Deaf Sports (CBDS).
The proposal, presented as a substitute to Bill 448/2024, highlights the need to strengthen the infrastructure and visibility of deaf sports nationwide. According to Morais, the CBDS plays a critical role in organizing competitions, developing talent, and promoting social inclusion through athletics.
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“This contribution will help expand programs and provide more structured support for deaf athletes across Brazil,” Morais stated during the session.
The bill must still pass through the Committees on Sports; Finance and Taxation; and Constitution, Justice and Citizenship before being voted on in the full Chamber and the Senate. If enacted, the change could represent a significant shift in how gaming revenue is used to promote inclusivity in Brazilian sports.
Brazil’s regulated betting market, legalized under the 2023 law, handles billions in monthly wagers. While 0.1% may seem minor, it could represent millions in annual funding for deaf sports programs, equipment, coaching, and events.
This initiative adds to a growing list of reforms aiming to align the booming gaming industry with broader social goals. As Brazil tightens regulation and increases oversight of betting platforms, this move signals a deeper intent: to ensure that gaming profits contribute to a more inclusive and equitable society.
