Policy lags arise because government actions are not instantaneous. The use of any stabilization policy encounters time lags between the onset of an economic problem, such as a business-cycle contraction or the onset of inflation, and the full impact of the policy designed to correct the problem.
TRICARE Reserve Select is a premium-based plan availalbe worldwide for qualified Selected Reserve members of the Ready Reserve and their families. If purchased, TRICARE Reserve Select is minimum essential coverage under the Affordable Care Act.
TRICARE benefits are also available to National Guard and Reserve members, depending on activation, deactivation and retirement situations. 1  Insurance coverage may differ for National Guard and Reserve individuals and families in comparison to benefits for Uniformed Service members.