Which publication governs awards and decorations?

• A. AR 600-8-22
• B. AR 165-1
• C. ADRP 1
• D. FM 7-22

Answer: (A)

Awards and decorations in the Army are governed by a single regulation that sets the policies, eligibility, approval authority, and wear criteria for all honors. That regulation is Army Regulation 600-8-22. It explains what counts as an award or decoration, who can approve it, how to nominate and process awards, and the order of precedence for wearing ribbons and medals on uniforms, including foreign awards. Because it consolidates all the rules governing recognition, it’s the go-to reference for anything related to U.S. Army awards and decorations.

The other publications listed focus on topics outside of how awards are earned or worn—such as public affairs, the Army Profession and leadership, or physical readiness—so they don’t govern awards and decorations.