15–1. Authorization for wear
The AGSU–M is authorized for year-round wear by pregnant Soldiers as a service or dress uniform, when prescribed for wear by CTA 50–900, AR 700–84, and the commander.
Referenced Publication: CTA 50–900
CTA 50–900 prescribes clothing and individual equipment authorized for Army personnel.
Referenced Regulation: AR 700–84
AR 700–84 establishes policies and procedures for issue, replacement, and management of organizational clothing and individual equipment.
See DA Pam 670–1 for guidance on wear of the AGSU–M.
Referenced Publication: DA Pam 670–1
DA Pam 670–1 provides detailed guidance regarding wear and appearance standards for the AGSU–M.
15–2. Composition
a.
The AGSU–M consists of the following:
- Tunic.
- Slacks.
- Skirt.
- Shirt.
- Necktie.
- Undergarments.
- Headgear.
- Footwear.
- Socks or hosiery.
b.
The AGSU–M has multiple variations.
(1) Class A AGSU–M
All components are worn;
subject to election of either the slacks or the skirt (optional pur-chase item).
(2) Class B AGSU–M
The tunic is not worn.
The necktie is optional if the short-sleeve shirt is worn.
Female Soldiers can elect to wear either the trousers or the skirt.
(3) Dress AGSU–M
All components are worn.
All Soldiers will wear the four-in-hand necktie after retreat.
When the AGSU–M is worn for evening social occasions (after retreat), headgear is not required.
Combat boots and organ-izational items, such as brassards and military police accessories, are not authorized for wear with the dress AGSU–M.
15–3. Classification
The AGSU–M is provided as a supplemental issue uniform to enlisted Soldiers, in accordance with CTA 50–900 and AR 700–84.
Referenced Publication: CTA 50–900
CTA 50–900 prescribes clothing and individual equipment authorized for Army personnel.
Referenced Regulation: AR 700–84
AR 700–84 establishes policies and procedures for issue, replacement, and management of organizational clothing and individual equipment.
The AGSU–M is classified as an optional dress uniform for all female personnel during pregnancy.
The beret is an organizational issue item.
DA Pam 710–2–1 governs turn-in and reissue of the beret.
Referenced Publication: DA Pam 710–2–1
DA Pam 710–2–1 provides supply policy guidance, including procedures for issue, turn-in, and reissue of organizational clothing and equipment.
15–4. Occasions for wear
a. All-purpose wear
All pregnant Soldiers may wear the AGSU–M and authorized variations when on duty, off duty, or during travel.
These uniforms are also acceptable for formal and informal social functions after retreat.
Preg-nant Soldiers may wear appropriate civilian maternity attire in lieu of the uniform for social functions, in accordance with DA Pam 670–1.
Referenced Publication: DA Pam 670–1
DA Pam 670–1 provides guidance regarding authorized wear of civilian maternity attire in lieu of Army uniforms.
b. Approved wear
The following are appropriate occasions for pregnant Soldiers to wear the AGSU–M:
(1)
On duty, when prescribed by the commander.
(2)
At social functions of a private or official nature, either before or after retreat.
(3)
When designated by the host.
(4)
On other appropriate occasions, as desired by the individual.
(5)
Soldiers may wear the AGSU–M for commercial travel per paragraphs 3–7b through 3–7c.
Referenced Paragraphs: paragraphs 3–7b through 3–7c
Paragraph 3–7b establishes policy regarding official travel and authorized civilian or military attire during travel.
Paragraph 3–7c establishes authorized uniform wear during official travel by commercial means.
c. Restrictions on wear
(1)
Personnel may not wear the AGSU–M in off-post establishments that primarily sell alcohol for consumption on the premises.
If the off-post establishment sells alcohol and food for consumption on the premises, Soldiers may not wear the AGSU–M if their activities in the establishment center on drinking alcohol.
(2)
Commanders may further restrict wear of the AGSU–M per paragraphs 2–6, 2–7a, and 2–7b.
Referenced Paragraphs: paragraphs 2–6, 2–7a, and 2–7b
Paragraph 2–6 establishes commander responsibilities regarding Army uniform policy and standards.
Paragraph 2–7a establishes commander authority regarding prescribed uniforms for formations.
Paragraph 2–7b establishes commander authority regarding uniforms within maneuver areas and operational environments.