N.J. Admin. Code § 17:6-16.10

Current through Register Vol. 57, No. 1, January 6, 2025
Section 17:6-16.10 - Necessary information
(a) The participant, beneficiary, or alternate payee shall provide upon any request of the Plan Administrator or DSP any information that may be needed for the proper and lawful operation and administration of the Program, including, but not limited to, full legal name, Social Security Number (SSN) or other Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN), current address and current address of spouse and of any beneficiary(s), evidence of age, and evidence of marital status. The participant shall promptly respond to and fully answer any reasonable inquiry related to these purposes. A failure to provide any information described above or which otherwise may be necessary or appropriate for the lawful operation of the Program may result in a delay of eligibility for participation, in a delay of the payment of contributions, or in a delay or refusal by the Plan Administrator, in his or her discretion, to authorize or permit any payment to be made.
(b) The Plan Administrator (and any party acting for him or her) shall have the right to rely on any information or representation given by any participant or beneficiary or other person interested in the Program. The Plan Administrator shall have no duty to inquire into the accuracy or adequacy or truth of any such information or representation. Any such representation shall be binding upon any party seeking to claim a benefit through the participant.

N.J. Admin. Code § 17:6-16.10