An SPD should be delivered to participants within 90 days after they become covered, whether they request it or not. Covered individuals can request paper copies of specific documents, or globally opt out of electronic delivery entirely, at any time, free of charge.Under the final regulations, MEWAs and ECEs will incur costs to fill out and electronically file the. Form M-1 and Form 5500. Electronic address ERISA Retirement plan disclosures may be sent directly to email addresses or smartphone numbers of participants. Notification requirements, among other requirements, of the Department's electronic disclosure regulation. Relevant law supports a major shift toward electronic delivery. SWIRE is the Holder Chair of Law and Ethics at the Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business. What are the general IRS rules for electronic disclosure?