AR 525-93 — Army Deployment And Redeployment
AR 525-93 governs Army deployment and redeployment policies, planning, execution, support, roles, authorities, and command relationships.
- Publication number: AR 525-93
- Title: ARMY DEPLOYMENT AND REDEPLOYMENT
- Date: 04/15/2026
- Proponent: G-3/5/7
- Status: ACTIVE
View AR 525-93 on armypubs.army.mil
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AR 525-93 addresses deployment readiness exercises, the Command Deployment Discipline Program, and the Deployment Excellence Award Program. It requires annual readiness exercises for specified units, establishes deployment discipline requirements, and sets responsibilities for award administration.
Topics covered
- Deployment readiness exercises
- Command Deployment Discipline Program
- Deployment Excellence Award Program
- Deployment and redeployment planning
- Strategic Support Area
- Operational Support Area
Questions and answers
What units must conduct annual deployment readiness exercises?
At a minimum modified table of organization and equipment (MTOE) Regular Army UIC (operational forces) and deployable table of distribution and allowances units will conduct one Level I and Level II DRE annually. (paragraph 2-3)
Which units are exempt from annual deployment readiness exercise requirements?
Units that are deployed or within 90 days of deployment are exempt from annual DRE requirements. (paragraph 2-3)
What deployment mindset and equipment preparation does AR 525-93 require?
All units must maintain a no-notice, expeditionary mindset. Therefore, all units must prepare equipment for deployment consistent with the capability allowed by the unit status. (paragraph 2-3)
What does the Command Deployment Discipline Program establish?
The CDDP combines policy and doctrinal deployment requirements under one program to enable commanders at all levels to maintain their organizations at their appropriate deployment readiness posture to meet Army mission requirements. (paragraph 4-1)
Who does the Command Deployment Discipline Program apply to?
The CDDP applies to all Army military, Civilian, and contract personnel. (paragraph 4)