The chamber of deputies in Argentina has approved a bill to ban online betting advertising, with the hopes it will protect children from gambling harms.
In a special session on 27 November, the chamber passed the federal bill by 139 votes to 36. There was also 59 abstentions from the vote in Argentina.
The bill will now go to the senate, which will take into account the views of stakeholders such as Argentinian football clubs before deciding whether to progress the bill further.
Article 8 of the bill bans advertising, promotion and sponsorship of online betting on all communication platforms. This includes digital platforms like social media and outdoor spaces such as public roads.
Additionally, Article 8 prohibits online operators from sponsoring sports teams or athletes. This also includes the use of the company’s name to identify sporting venues such as stadiums or training centres. The promotion of online gambling on signage at such venues would also be banned.
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