AR 608-20 — index record
| Number | AR 608-20 |
|---|---|
| Title | ARMY VOTING ASSISTANCE PROGRAM |
| Published | April 15, 2026 |
| Office of primary responsibility | G-1 |
| Issued by | Headquarters, Department of the Army |
| Status on the index | Active |
| Unit of issue | PDF P |
| Source index | Army Publishing Directorate |
| Index last read | October 20, 2026 |
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Purpose, in the publication’s words
This regulation prescribes policies and procedures for the Army Voting Assistance Program (AVAP). It describes registration, materials, assistance, and information required to encourage Army Soldiers, De- partment of the Army (DA) Civilians attached to and serving with these components outside the continen- tal United States (OCONUS), and eligible Family members accompanying these Soldiers and DA Civil- ians to register and request a ballot to vote in primary and general elections.
Summary of changes, as printed
Authorities. This regulation implements DoDI 1000.04. Applicability. This regulation applies to the Regular Army, the Army National Guard/Army National Guard of the United States, and the U.S. Army Reserve, unless otherwise stated. It also applies to Department of the Army Civilians. Proponent and exception authority. The proponent of this publication is the Deputy Chief of Staff, G –1. The proponent has the authority to approve exceptions or waivers to this regulation that are consistent with controlling law and regulations. The proponent may delegate this approval authority, in writing, to a division chief within the proponent agency or direct reporting unit or field operating agency of its proponent agency in the grade of colonel or the civilian equivalent. Activities may request a waiver to this regulation by providing justification that includes a full analysis of the expected benefits and must include formal review by the activity’s senior legal officer. All waiver requests will be endorsed by the commander or senior leader of the requesting activity and forwarded through their higher headquarters to the policy proponent. Refer to AR 25–30 for specific requirements. Army internal control process. This regulation contains internal control provisions in accordance with AR 11–2 and identifies key internal controls that must be evaluated (see appendix B). Suggested improvements.
Contents
- Chapter 1 Introductionp. 1
- Chapter 2 Responsibilitiesp. 1
- Chapter 3 Programp. 3
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