What is the purpose of Army Regulation 25-30 (AR 25-30) Army Publishing Program?
The purpose of AR 25-30 is to establish policies and procedures for managing the Army Publishing Program, which includes the creation, coordination, and distribution of official Army publications.

Who does AR 25-30 apply to?
AR 25-30 applies to all Army organizations and units, including active duty, reserve, and National Guard components.

What are the key responsibilities of the publishing officer designated under AR 25-30?
The publishing officer, designated by the commander, is responsible for managing the Army Publishing Program within their organization, coordinating with the public affairs office, and ensuring compliance with all publishing policies and procedures.

What types of publications are covered under AR 25-30?
AR 25-30 covers a wide range of publications, including regulations, pamphlets, field manuals, administrative publications, training circulars, and technical manuals.

How are Army publications classified under AR 25-30?
Army publications are classified as restricted, official use only, sensitive, FOUO (For Official Use Only), or unclassified. The classification level is determined based on the content's potential impact on national security, privacy, or other sensitive information.

Does AR 25-30 provide guidance on the format and structure of Army publications?
Yes, AR 25-30 provides guidelines on the format, structure, and layout of Army publications, including font size, headings, tables, and graphics.

What is the role of the Army Publishing Directorate (APD)?
The APD, as the central publishing authority for the Army, manages the Army Publishing Program, provides guidance and assistance to publishing officers, approves and distributes publications, and maintains the Army Publishing Content Management System (APCMS).

Can organizations deviate from the guidelines outlined in AR 25-30 for their publications?
Deviations from the guidelines in AR 25-30 require approval from the APD. Requests for deviations must include a valid operational requirement or efficiency improvement.

How are official Army publications numbered and titled under AR 25-30?
Official Army publications are numbered according to a prescribed system and titled to reflect their content and purpose. Titles should be concise, descriptive, and standardized.