; and (2) subject to revocation under subsection (c). (b) Notice of requirements At the time an alien obtains permanent resident status on a conditional basis, the Secretary shall provide notice to the alien regarding the provisions of this title and the requirements to have the conditional basis of such status removed. (c) Revocation of status The Secretary may revoke the permanent resident status on a conditional basis of an alien only if the Secretary— (1) determines that the alien ceases to meet the requirements under section 21002(b)(1)(C); and (2) prior to the revocation, provides the alien— (A) notice of the proposed revocation; and (B) the opportunity for a hearing to provide evidence that the alien meets such requirements or otherwise to contest the proposed revocation. (d) Return to previous immigration status An alien whose permanent resident status on a conditional basis expires under subsection (a)(1) or is revoked under subsection (c), shall return to the immigration status that the alien had immediately before receiving permanent resident status on a conditional basis. 21004. Removal of conditional basis of permanent resident status (a) Eligibility for removal of conditional basis (1) In general Subject to paragraph (2), the Secretary shall remove the conditional basis of an alien’s permanent resident status granted under this title and grant the alien status as an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence if the alien— (A) is described in section 21002(b)(1)(C); (B) has not abandoned the alien’s residence in the United States during the period in which the alien has permanent resident status on a conditional basis; and (C) (i) has obtained a degree from an institution of higher education or a recognized postsecondary credential from an area career and technical education school providing education at the postsecondary level; (ii) has served in the Uniformed Services for at least 3 years and, if discharged, received an honorable discharge