U.S. Troops Can’t Repair Their Own Equipment in a War Zone

U.S. Troops Can’t Repair Their Own Equipment in a War Zone

In March 2026, senior U.S. Army officials confirmed they are preparing a narrower version of “right to repair” legislation after Congress removed broader provisions from the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Importantly, the decision was not due to a lack of support. The original provisions had support from both parties, senior leadership within the Pentagon, and even the White House – but they were ultimately stripped …