Brazil: Adopted legal framework for the electronic games industry including non-discrimination requirement (PL 2796/2021)

On 9 April 2024, the Brazilian Parliament adopted the Bill establishing a legal framework for the electronic games industry (PL 2796/2021), which includes a non-discrimination requirement. The Bill regulates the manufacture, import, marketing, development, and commercial use of electronic games. In particular, Article 15 stipulates that the conceptualisation, design, management, and operation of electronic games accessible to children and adolescents must prioritise their best interests in accordance with existing legislation. Furthermore, Article 15 requires game providers to prevent their platforms from developing environments conducive to neglect, discrimination, exploitation, violence, cruelty, or oppression against children and adolescents. Furthermore, it requires providers to prevent discrimination against children with disabilities and to implement technical measures that ensure universal design and accessibility in accordance with Law No. 13,146 (Statute of Persons with Disabilities).