Supporting Military Voters Act

S 2197, the Supporting Military Voters Act, requires the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to study how effectively the federal government implements voting laws for military personnel and their families. The GAO must analyze ballot transmission, rejection rates, and access to voter registration assistance for "absent uniformed services voters" (service members and their dependents), including whether military departments provide required registration help. Key provisions mandate the GAO to assess improvements to voter access, estimate costs, and coordinate with military departments. The GAO must submit a report to Congress by September 30, 2025, detailing findings on current system effectiveness. This bill does not change voting rules but aims to identify gaps in supporting military voters' ability to cast ballots.