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In addition, a new Article 31(28-g and 28-h) calls for the SEC to adopt a “Rulebook on the Methodology for Maintaining and Updating the Voter List” and a “Rulebook for Methodology on Full Access, Interventions and Deletion of Data on the voter lists” detailing the procedure for conducting field verifications for the purpose of updating the voter lists. Article 31(28-e) additionally mandates the SEC to publicly encourage citizens to check their data every six months and if necessary request changes, as well as to update the voter lists each month based on such requests. These amendments are positive and in accordance with international standards. In order to increase the citizens’ awareness, as well as confidence in the accuracy of voter registration it is recommended that the SEC conducts an effective public information campaign, as provided by the law.