The Rules and Regulations of the New York State Deferred Compensation Board detail the procedures and guidelines for administering a deferred compensation plan. Distributions to a participant or former participant during a taxable year under a.A 457(b) plan is a tax-deferred retirement savings plan. Funds are withdrawn from an employee's income without being taxed and are only taxed upon withdrawal. Your contributions and any earnings have the chance to grow tax deferred until you withdraw your money, generally in retirement. An eligible deferred compensation plan under IRC Section 457(b) (or "section 457 plan") must meet the written plan document requirements. Forms and Required Signatures. Complete the 457 Basic Withdrawal form for lump-sum payments and fixed dollar installment payments.