It may be because the process for requesting an extension has changed beginning with the 2012 EEO-1 reporting period.
Although the extension instructions have not changed on the EEO-1 website:
EEOC advises that, beginning with the 2012 EEO-1 reporting period, an extension request must be made by using the “Extension” button that is located on the company's online database:
For information on the EEO-1 / VETS reporting services offered by THOMAS HOUSTON associates, inc., please call (800) 330-9000 or click here to schedule a convenient time to receive a call from a member of our Sales Team.
This information is intended to be educational and should not be considered legal advice on any specific matter.