Brazilian states continue to move forward with lottery initiatives.
Lawmakers in Acre and officials in Rio Grande do Sul advanced separate projects aimed at expanding regulated betting activities and strengthening public finances.
In Acre, state deputy Eduardo Ribeiro used a plenary session at the Legislative Assembly of Acre to underline the importance of a bill sent by the state government to create a state lottery.
According to Ribeiro, the proposal offers a responsible alternative for raising public funds without increasing the tax burden, allowing resources currently flowing to private operators to be redirected toward public policies.
Ribeiro argued that the lottery could play a strategic role in financing priority sectors, particularly sport.
He pointed to the existence of a parliamentary front dedicated to sport and football within Aleac and stressed that the allocation of lottery revenues should be clearly defined.
"It is essential that these resources are clearly earmarked and returned to society through public policies, especially for sport, which transforms lives," he said.
The deputy also noted that the Supreme Federal Court has already recognized states' authority to establish their own lotteries, reinforcing the legal certainty of the proposal.
He believes the model combines revenue generation with social responsibility and alignment with judicial decisions.
Meanwhile, in southern Brazil, Rio Grande do Sul has opened a public consultation on the concession of state lottery services.
The state released draft tender and contract documents, along with modelling studies, inviting contributions from civil society until 29 January 2026.
The proposed concession covers the implementation and operation of lottery services by the private sector, including fixed-odds betting, prognostic lotteries, instant lotteries, traditional lotteries and any additional modalities authorised under federal law.
Together, the two initiatives show how Brazilian states conitnue to explore lottery models as a source of non-tax revenue, while navigating regulatory clarity, public accountability and social objectives within the sector.
According to Rio Grande do Sul's government, the consultation aims to refine the project's structure before the formal bidding process begins
