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SecNav ‘Simpatico’ With Warren On Right To Repair, Reforming IP Rights

SecNav ‘Simpatico’ With Warren On Right To Repair, Reforming IP Rights
Secretary of the Navy John Phelan and Vice Adm. Rob Gaucher, commander of the U.S. Navy’s Submarine Force, take their place on the podium during a commissioning ceremony for the fast-attack submarine USS Iowa (SSN 797) in Groton, Conn. on April 5, 2025. (Photo: U.S. Navy by Chief Petty Officer Joshua Karsten)

The Secretary of the Navy on Tuesday made clear he agrees with Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) on the need for the Navy to have a right to repair and reform intellectual property rights so servicemembers can repair their own equipment. During questioning before a Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) hearing, John Phelan acknowledged Warren’s focus on improving the right to repair and maintain equipment, which includes the military. They especially agreed on needing to reform contracting so the military does…

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