Federal · Title 38 — Veterans’ Benefits
38 U.S.C. § 3605: Payment of educational assistance in cases of withdrawal
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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 . illness, quarantine, or social distancing requirements; issues associated with accessibility; access or availability of childcare; providing care for a family member or cohabitants; change of location or residence due to the emergency situation or associated school closures; employment changes or financial hardship; and issues associated with changes in format or medium of instruction.
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