ARMY DIR 2023-01 — Army Recruiting Ribbon Program
ARMY DIR 2023-01 governs the Army Recruiting Ribbon Program, including referral awards and associated promotion points.
- Publication number: ARMY DIR 2023-01
- Title: ARMY RECRUITING RIBBON PROGRAM
- Date: 01/23/2023
- Proponent: ASA (M&RA)
- Status: ACTIVE
View ARMY DIR 2023-01 on armypubs.army.mil
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The publication establishes the Army Recruiting Ribbon Program and describes valid referrals, award frequency, promotion points, approval authority, and supporting documentation. It also identifies implementing guidance, policy oversight, and when the directive is rescinded.
Applies to: The provisions of this directive apply to the Regular Army, Army National Guard/Army National Guard of the United States, and U.S. Army Reserve.
Topics covered
- Army Recruiting Ribbon
- Recruiting referrals
- Promotion points
- Award approval authority
- Implementing guidance
- Policy oversight
Questions and answers
What qualifies a Soldier for the Army Recruiting Ribbon?
Effective immediately, the Army Recruiting Ribbon will be awarded to all Soldiers who provide a valid referral to the U.S. Army of an individual who both enlists and ships to Army Initial Military Training (IMT). (paragraph 5)
How many times can Soldiers receive the Army Recruiting Ribbon?
Soldiers may receive the Army Recruiting Ribbon up to four times during their career. (paragraph 5)
How many promotion points are awarded for the Army Recruiting Ribbon?
At each award of the Army Recruiting Ribbon, Soldiers will be awarded 10 points toward promotion to E-5/E-6. (paragraph 5)
What is the maximum number of promotion points for referrals?
Soldiers may receive up to 40 total promotion points for four valid referrals. (paragraph 5)
How are Army Recruiting Ribbon referrals approved?
Referrals will be submitted through the chain of command for approval. (paragraph 5)