scope:

The current approved procedures and standards of the Army Retention Program contained in this pamphlet will be available via the internet. The following website will allow access to the electronic pamphlet by Army agencies, and other users worldwide as needed to manage the retention program. The latest approved changes to procedures and standards are continuously incorporated into the Smartbook DA Pam 601-280

Purpose

This Department of the Army Pamphlet (DA Pam) provides guidance on -

a. The Army Retention Program for the Regular Army (RA) and the Reserve Components (RCs) of the Army.

b. The use of authorized IMPRER codes.

c. Selective retention bonuses.

d. The use of Army retention program-related forms, records, and reports.