Brazil: Bill (PL 98/2026) amending Law No. 15,211 concerning Electronic Games including content moderation regulation was introduced to Chamber of Deputies

On 2 February 2026, the Bill (PL 98/2026) amending Law No. 15,211 concerning Electronic Games was introduced in the Chamber of Deputies. Article 21-A requires the implementation of automated language and behaviour filters, the automatic restriction of private messages from newly created or unverified accounts, and preventative monitoring of minors' accounts. Article 21-B requires platforms implement technical barriers preventing children and adolescents from accessing certain content, including content of a sexual or pornographic nature, violent or degrading content, content incompatible with their stage of development, or content not in accordance with the applicable age rating. Article 21-C requires platforms implement measures automatically blocking inappropriate messages for children, image and video filters capable of detecting and preventing the sending of inappropriate material, measures limiting contact between child accounts and unverified adult accounts, and alert systems for legal guardians. Article 21-D prohibits access to chat and voice communication functionalities for children under 16 years of age, except in strictly educational and monitored environments. The Bill mandates that chat functionalities be disabled by default for minor accounts, requiring explicit opt-in with clear information provided to guardians. Additionally, platforms must provide parental controls that allow total or partial blocking of communication features. Non-compliance with the duties to control chats, interactions, or limitation of adult content constitutes a very serious infraction, met with stricter enforcement measures such as maximum fines and immediate suspension of functionalities.