Dated 28 June 2021 with Jan 2024 change

This regulation sets policies, standards, and procedures to ensure the readiness and competency of the force while providing for the orderly administrative separation of Soldiers for a variety of reasons. Readiness is promoted by maintaining high  standards of conduct and performance.

The separation policies in this regulation promote the readiness of the U.S. Army by providing an orderly means to—

1.  Judge the suitability of persons to serve in the Army on the basis of their conduct and their ability to meet required standards of duty  performance  and discipline.

2.  Maintain standards of performance and conduct through characterization of service in a system that emphasizes the importance of honorable service.

3.  Achieve authorized force  levels and grade distribution.

4.  Provide for the orderly administrative separation of Soldiers in a variety of circumstances.

This book is a "mini" (7 1/4 inches high by 5 1/2 inches wide) size - A popular size to carry anywhere (briefcase, large pocket, purse) but the print is large enough for easy reading.

We also have the "BIG" size (the size of a regular sheet of paper) on this website.

The covers are laminated for weather protection with black and white inside printing.  The binding is coil, allowing for easy page flipping without jamming.