Grantees may release members from participation for two reasons: (a) for compelling personal circumstances; and (b) for cause. See 45 CFR §2522.230 for requirements. In addition to the regulations, the following applies:
No Automatic Disqualification if Released for Cause: A release for cause covers all circumstances in which a member does not successfully complete his/her term of service for reasons other than compelling personal circumstances. Therefore, it is possible for a member to receive a satisfactory performance review and be released for cause. For example, a member who is released for cause for a first term for personal reasons–e.g. he/she has decided to take a job offer–but who, otherwise, was performing well up until the time he/she decided to leave, would not be disqualified for a second term as long as he/she received a satisfactory performance evaluation for the period he/she served.