The exemption has been in place for several years and only applies to healthcare providers with contracts solely related to TRICARE or VAHBP. It is important for contractors to gain a further understanding of any other existing government contracts they may have in place. As the exemption only applies to contractors that only provide services under TRICARE or VAHBP. If contractors also have other covered government contracts, the exemption does not apply. The extension provides the agency time to solicit feedback from stakeholders, and give OFCCP the opportunity to evaluate legislation that may be enacted to make the exemption more permanent. The agency has signaled the intent to solicit feedback, focused on the extent to which the OFCCP requirements are applicable to TRICARE providers.
A copy of the press release may be accessed here.