AR 15-80 — Army Grade Determination Review Board And Grade Determinations
AR 15-80 governs Army grade determinations made by the Army Grade Determination Review Board and delegated authorities.
- Publication number: AR 15-80
- Title: ARMY GRADE DETERMINATION REVIEW BOARD AND GRADE DETERMINATIONS
- Date: 02/12/2020
- Proponent: ASA (M&RA)
- Status: ACTIVE
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AR 15-80 addresses statutory authority, board establishment and functions, automatic and discretionary determinations, and grade reviews for enlisted personnel, warrant officers, and officers. It requires consideration of satisfactory service, time-in-grade requirements, evidence, and forwarding procedures.
Topics covered
- Army Grade Determination Review Board
- Automatic grade determinations
- Grade determination considerations
- Unsatisfactory service
- Thirty-year cases
- Physical disability cases
- Officer personnel grade determinations
- Reserve enlisted member reductions
Questions and answers
Who makes final discretionary grade determinations for enlisted Soldiers at separation?
The AGDRB will make final discretionary grade determinations on behalf of the SA for a. Enlisted Soldiers at time of separation; this will usually apply only to disability cases. (paragraph 1-3)
How does the AGDRB decide grade determination cases?
The AGDRB decides cases on the evidence of record. It is not an investigative body. (paragraph 2)
What grade will an enlisted Soldier normally retire in?
For example, under 10 USC 7341, an enlisted Soldier will normally retire at the grade held on the date of retirement. (paragraph 3)
When are automatic grade determinations not used?
Automatic grade determinations do not include cases where (1) Reversion to a lower grade was expressly for prejudice or cause, owing to misconduct, or punishment pursuant to Article 15, Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ, Art. 15) or court-martial. (paragraph 4)
Can a Soldier appear before the AGDRB?
The Soldier whose case is being considered is not entitled to appear before the AGDRB. (paragraph 8)