; and (2) during the two-year period preceding the initial participation of the veteran in the pilot program— (A) has received health care under the laws administered by the Secretary; or (B) has received rehabilitation and counseling services from a Vet Center. (d) Duration (1) In general The Secretary shall carry out the pilot program under this section for a three-year period beginning on the commencement of the pilot program. (2) Extension The Secretary may extend the duration of the pilot program under this section if the Secretary, based on the results of the interim report submitted under subsection (f)(1), determines that it is appropriate to do so. (e) Locations (1) In general The Secretary shall select not fewer than five facilities of the Department at which to carry out the pilot program under this section. (2) Selection criteria In selecting facilities under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall ensure that— (A) the locations are in geographically diverse areas