Army Programs - Army Retention Program

Question 1

What Army Regulation covers the Army Retention Program?

Answer 1

AR 601-280

Question 2

What are some reasons that a Soldier may be ineligible for reenlistment?

Answer 2

If the Soldier is barred or flagged and if the Soldier is enrolled in ASAP.

Question 3

What is an SRB?

Answer 3

Selective Reenlistment Bonus.

Question 4

What is the minimum number of years that a Soldier must reenlist for to be eligible for an SRB?

Answer 4

Three years.

Question 5

Can a Soldier request separation if a bar to reenlistment is imposed?

Answer 5

No.

Question 6

Describe a Bar to Reenlistment

Answer 6

Administrative action initiated by the commander to prevent a substandard Soldier from reenlisting or reentering the service.

Question 7

A Bar to Reenlistment is reviewed how often?

Answer 7

Every three months or 30 days prior to PCS / ETS.

Question 8

Who can initiate a Bar to Reenlistment?

Answer 8

Any commander in the Soldier’s chain of command.

Question 9

Who is the final approving authority for a Bar to Reenlistment?

Answer 9

A Commander who is one approval level higher than the commanding authority.