The Commission on Elections (Comelec) in the Philippines has approved a resolution enabling inmates to accrue good conduct time allowance (GCTA) and time allowance for study, teaching, or mentoring (TASTM) credits for participating in elections. This initiative, recommended by Comelec Chair George Erwin Garcia, incentivizes voter turnout among the incarcerated population. The resolution aims to encourage greater electoral participation from inmates, recognizing voting as a positive civic duty. By voting, eligible inmates can potentially reduce their sentences through these allowances. The Comelec believes this will contribute to rehabilitation efforts and reintegration into society. Details regarding the implementation of the program are expected to be released shortly.