How Do I Apply for an Unforeseeable Emergency Withdrawal? Emergency distribution to withdraw funds from your New York State Deferred Compensation Plan account.Deferral change (PDF) (PDF). 457 plans allow you to use a portion of your funds for loans, as well as for hardship withdrawals due to certain unforeseeable emergencies. I elect to NOT withhold federal taxes from my hardship distribution. I will be liable for all federal taxes that may result from the withdrawal. Certification. Your contributions and any earnings have the chance to grow tax deferred until you withdraw your money, generally in retirement. Before you complete this form, please read the accompanying literature in the 457. Read some of our most commonly asked annuities questions and answers and see how they may help you plan for the future.