The federal government banned individuals receiving BPC (Continued Benefit) and Bolsa Família from taking part in fixed-rate bets, as per regulations issued by the Secretariat of Awards and Bets of the Ministry of Finance on Wednesday.
Betting companies and websites are required to verify CPFs in the Sigap system and prevent beneficiaries from registering, with a 30-day deadline to comply with the new law.
A database was established containing the recipients of the Bolsa Família Program and the BPC to be checked by betting operators for compliance with legal requirements during user registration and access.
Betting companies are required to regularly consult with Sigap and use each user’s CPF number to confirm their eligibility for social assistance programs under the new regulations.
The registration should be blocked, the account closed, and any deposited funds returned to the holder if requested. Violating the new rule could lead to fines of up to R$ 2 million per offense.
The action complies with a Supreme Court ruling and the suggestions of the TCU.
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