Section 3605 - Payment of educational assistance in cases of withdrawal(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.