Benefit Distribution Request (PDF) (PDF) – Start the process needed to request a distribution from the Plan. Benefit Distribution Request (PDF) – Start the process needed to request a distribution from the Plan.Fill out this form and submit it via mail for processing. Submit your forms as follows: 1) Inquries and questions can be sent via email to the Plan. To apply, fill out the Self-Certification Unforeseeable Emergency Form (PDF) and return it to us via mail. You must complete and submit IRS Form W-8BEN along with your application. IRS Form W-8BEN and instructions are available at the. The New York State Deferred Compensation Plan is a State-sponsored employee benefit for State employees and employees of participating employers. The policy objective of this Directive is to ensure that federal personnel responsible for processing employment discrimination complaints do so.