Introduction & Administration
Purpose, references, responsibilities, and authority for AR 670-1 and DA PAM 670-1.
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AR 670-1: 1-1. Purpose
The Army is a profession. A Soldier’s appearance measures part of their professionalism.
AR 670-1: 1-2. References and forms
References and forms applicable to AR 670-1 are listed in Appendix A of the regulation.
AR 670-1: 1-3. Explanation of abbreviations and terms
All abbreviations and terms used in AR 670-1 are defined in the glossary section of the regulation.
AR 670-1: 1-4. Responsibilities
Responsibilities for Army uniform policy are detailed in Chapter 2 of AR 670-1, covering roles from the ASA (ALT) and DCS, G-1 down to individual Soldiers and commanders at all levels.
AR 670-1: 1-5. Records management (recordkeeping) requirements
The records management requirement for all record numbers, associated forms, and reports required by this regulation are addressed in the Army Records Retention Schedule-Army (RRS–A). Detailed information for all related record numbers, forms, and reports are located in Army Records Information Management System (ARIMS)/RRS–A at https://www.arims.army.mil.
AR 670-1: 1-6. Authority
Portions of AR 670-1 are punitive. Violations may result in adverse administrative action and/or charges under the UCMJ. Only uniforms, accessories, and insignia prescribed in this regulation or approved by HQDA may be worn. No item may be altered in a way that changes its basic design or appearance.
AR 670-1: 1-7. Recommending changes to Army uniforms
Procedures for recommending changes to Army uniforms are found in DA Pam 670-1. Proposals to change or add uniforms, accessories, or wear policies must be evaluated by Commanders of ACOMs, ASCCs, and DRUs before submission to HQDA.
AR 670-1: 1-8. Classification of service and combat/utility/field uniforms
Service uniforms include Class A (coat, trousers/slacks, shirt with tie/neck tab, and accessories) and Class B (without coat). Class C uniforms are combat, utility, field, garrison culinary, physical fitness, and other organizational uniforms. See DA Pam 670-1 for full classification details.
AR 670-1: 2-1. The Assistant Secretary of the Army (Acquisition, Logistics and Technology) and Commanding General, U.S. Army Materiel Command
The ASA (ALT) and CG, AMC are responsible for the Uniform Quality Control Program (UQCP), ensuring PEO Soldier and CCDC Soldier Center prepare specifications, certify manufacturers, and monitor compliance for optional uniform items.
AR 670-1: 2-10. Soldiers
Soldiers are responsible for ensuring their uniforms, insignia, and heraldic items conform to military specifications and this regulation. Enlisted personnel must maintain clothing bag items; officers must procure and maintain appropriate uniforms.
AR 670-1: 2-2. Administrative Assistant to the Secretary of the Army
The AASA ensures The Institute of Heraldry (TIOH) monitors the Heraldic Quality Control Program, provides manufacturers with specifications, authorizes manufacture of heraldic items, and approves designs for DUI, RDI, SSI, flags, and badges.
AR 670-1: 2-3. Deputy Chief of Staff, G-1
The DCS, G-1 develops policies on wear and appearance of Army uniforms and insignia under ASA (M&RA) authority, serves as a member of the Army Uniform Board, and coordinates with AAFES and DCS, G-4 to incorporate uniform changes into AR 670-1 and DA Pam 670-1.
AR 670-1: 2-4. Deputy Chief of Staff, G-4
The DCS, G-4 is responsible for life cycle management of clothing and individual equipment per AR 70-1, and coordinates Army Uniform Board meetings.
AR 670-1: 2-5. Commanders of Army commands, Army service component commands, and direct reporting units
The Commanders of ACOMs, ASCCs, and DRUs will thoroughly evaluate all submitted proposals to change or add uniforms, accessories, or wear policies for uniforms, insignia, and awards.
AR 670-1: 2-6. Chief of Army Reserve
The CAR and Commanding General, U.S. Army Reserve Command (USARC) may publish, in writing, restrictions on the wearing of utility and organizational uniforms off military installations.
AR 670-1: 2-7. Chief, National Guard Bureau
The CNGB ensures State adjutants general publish uniform wear restrictions, authorizes shoulder cord wear for qualified ARNG Soldiers, oversees ARNG SSI wear policies, ensures tattoo compliance determinations by O-5 or above, and regulates State Defense Forces' adoption of Army uniforms.
AR 670-1: 2-8. Army commanders at all levels
Commanders prescribe uniforms for formations and maneuvers, ensure Soldiers possess minimum uniform quantities in serviceable condition, verify only authorized insignia and awards are worn, and may not require purchase of optional items. Commanders must conduct periodic inspections for compliance.
AR 670-1: 2-9. Director and Chief Executive Officer, U.S. Army and Air Force Exchange Service
The Director and CEO of AAFES will operate, manage, and supervise the military clothing sales stores (MCSS) Program worldwide, responsible for control, storage, and distribution of issue and optional-wear military clothing items.
DA PAM 670-1: 1-1. Purpose
This pamphlet provides procedural guidance for the wear of uniforms, awards, insignia, and accouterments. Unless specified in this pamphlet, commanders issuing clothing and equipment establish procedural wear guidance for OCIE.
DA PAM 670-1: 1-2. References and forms
References and forms for DA Pam 670-1 are listed in Appendix A of the pamphlet.
DA PAM 670-1: 1-3. Explanation of abbreviations and terms
Explanation of abbreviations and terms See the glossary.
DA PAM 670-1: 1-4. Responsibilities
Responsibilities for uniform and appearance policy are assigned in AR 670-1, Chapter 2, covering roles from the ASA (ALT) and DCS, G-1 through individual Soldiers and commanders at all echelons.
DA PAM 670-1: 1-5. Statutory authority
The statutory authority for Army appearance and uniform standards is established in AR 670-1. The regulation derives authority from Title 10, United States Code, which governs the wear of military uniforms.
DA PAM 670-1: 1-6. Recommending changes to Army uniforms
Soldiers may recommend uniform item changes through their chain of command to their ACOM, ASCC, or DRU, which forwards approved recommendations to TRADOC and then to PEO Soldier at Fort Belvoir. Policy change recommendations use DA Form 2028 and are sent through the chain of command to the Army G-1.
DA PAM 670-1: 1-7. Classification of service and combat, utility, and field uniforms
Classifies male and female service uniforms (Class A and B) and Class C uniforms including combat, utility, field, garrison culinary, physical fitness, and organizational uniforms.
DA PAM 670-1: 2-1. Army uniform responsibilities
DA Pam 670-1 defers to AR 670-1 for uniform responsibilities. AR 670-1 assigns responsibilities from the ASA (ALT) and AMC for quality control, through commanders who enforce standards, to individual Soldiers who must maintain clothing items and ensure uniforms conform to regulations.
DA PAM 670-1: 2-2. Army insignia responsibilities
DA Pam 670-1 defers to AR 670-1 for insignia responsibilities. AR 670-1 requires The Institute of Heraldry (TIOH) to design and certify all Army insignia, and Soldiers to ensure heraldic items bear the TIOH hallmark or label confirming they meet military specifications.