What does Preamble of Supporting Military Voters Act do?

This bill requires the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct a study. The study will assess the Federal Government's effectiveness in fulfilling its responsibilities under the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act. The study also includes an analysis of ways to improve access to voter registration information and assistance for members of the Armed Forces and their family members.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Supporting Military Voters Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Supporting Military Voters Act.

What does GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY OFFICE REPORT ON IMPLEMENTATION OF of Supporting Military Voters Act do?

This section directs the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct an analysis and a study related to the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act (UOCAVA). The analysis will focus on the effectiveness of the Federal Government in promoting voting access for absent uniformed services voters. The study will explore ways to improve access to voter registration information and assistance for members of the Armed Forces and their family members. The analysis includes examining data on ballot transmission, methods of ballot return, treatment of ballots by election officials, and the effectiveness of Voting Assistance Officers. The study will assess potential actions by the military departments to increase access to voter registration and estimate associated costs. The Comptroller General must use existing information and conduct investigations to gather data. A report detailing the analysis and study findings is due to the Senate and House Administration Committees by September 30, 2027. The section defines 'absent uniformed services voter' and 'family member' for the purposes of this section.

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Supporting Military Voters Act

Last updated: 7/21/2025 · Introduced: 7/21/2025

Author: Laurel Lee (R-FL)

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This bill mandates a study by the Comptroller General to evaluate the Federal Government's effectiveness in supporting voting access for military personnel and their families under the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act (UOCAVA).
The study will analyze data related to ballot delivery, return methods, and election official handling of ballots, as well as explore potential actions by military departments to improve voter registration.
The Comptroller General must submit a report detailing the study's findings and associated cost estimates to Congress by September 30, 2027.

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