 In 1994, the constitution was changed to allow non-citizens to vote in local elections.As of 2007, this has not been implemented.Article 12.1 of the states that ""The rights inherent to Brazilians "(before 1994 Constitutional amendment, "born Brazilians")" shall be attributed to Portuguese citizens permanently resident in Brazil if Brazilians are afforded reciprocal treatment, except in the events set forth in this Constitution".