§ 3605. Payment of educational assistance in cases of withdrawal

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(a)In General.— In the case of any individual who withdraws from a program of education or training, other than a program by correspondence, in an educational institution under chapter 31, 34, or 35 of this title for a covered reason during the period of an emergency situation, the Secretary shall find mitigating circumstances for purposes of section 3680(a)(1)(C)(ii) of this title.

(b)Covered Reason.— In this section, the term “covered reason” means any reason related to an emergency situation, including—

(1)illness, quarantine, or social distancing requirements;

(2)issues associated with accessibility;

(3)access or availability of childcare;

(4)providing care for a family member or cohabitants;

(5)change of location or residence due to the emergency situation or associated school closures;

(6)employment changes or financial hardship; and

(7)issues associated with changes in format or medium of instruction.

(Added Pub. L. 117–333, § 2(a)(2), Jan. 5, 2023, 136 Stat. 6125.)

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