The Florida Deferred Compensation Plan is an excellent way to increase retirement security. Deferred compensation allows Florida employees to set part of their earnings aside for future uses.The Florida Deferred Compensation Plan is available to help State employees bridge the savings gap. Deferred Compensation is a pre- tax investment plan, so federal taxes are not taken out of the money you contribute into the Plan. Distributions from your NQDC plan may be taxed at the state and local level depending on several factors. We'll explain the major state personal income tax considerations that apply to deferred compensation or retirement income.