The purpose of the changes is to help reduce excessive pressure on soldiers and their commands to get them fully qualified for promotion, as well as to meet readiness requirements, the Army said.

If put into effect, the changes would be a major adjustment in how Army enlisted troops rise through the ranks. Weimer said the goal is to present the promotion concept to Army leaders in early 2026.

Smith. The Army’s plan for higher permanent rank for its top men, some of whom (e.g., Clark, Kenney, Eaker) are still only lieutenant colonels in the regular promotion list, had hit a pesky snag.