SÁB 13 DE DICIEMBRE DE 2025 - 23:24hs.
To mitigate risks

House finance committee approves bank liability for illegal gambling operations

The House of Representatives' Finance and Taxation Committee approved Bill 2359/25, which holds financial institutions liable for negligence, omission, or participation in financial transactions associated with illegal gambling or criminal organizations. The proposal, from Representative Kim Kataguiri, encourages banks to adopt effective mechanisms for identifying, reporting, and mitigating the risks of these activities.

The rules also apply to other institutions supervised by the Central Bank and members of the Brazilian Payment System.

The vote followed the opinion of the rapporteur, Representative Pauderney Avelino. "The proposal contributes to strengthening the mechanisms for preventing and controlling illicit activities related to illegal gambling and criminal organizations," the rapporteur argued.

For the author, by making the regulations clearer and more objective, the bill reduces loopholes that could be exploited to continue illegal activities. "Furthermore, it sends a clear signal that the State is vigilant and will not allow the financial system to be used for its own perpetuation," explained Representative Kim Kataguiri.

The proposal now awaits final analysis by the Committee on Constitution, Justice, and Citizenship.

Source: Agência Câmara de Notícias