A voluntary retirement savings plan that provides quality investment options, investment educational programs and related services. The New York State Deferred Compensation Plan is a 457(b) retirement plan created for New York State employees, and employees of participating agencies.Submit your forms as follows: 1) Inquries and questions can be sent via email to the Plan. You will need to indicate which market segment (core, large, or mega) of the questionnaire is applicable to the Plan. Who can participate? All state employees and employees of localities and school districts that participate in the State Plan are eligible to participate.