A member may designate someone other than his or her spouse to receive the benefits provided by Code of Ala. 1975, § 16-25-14(g)(2)(3). Such designation may be made at any time but must be specific in its application to the benefits provided by § 16-25-14(g) (2)(3). If no such designation is made, the spouse shall receive the benefits as provided by § 16-25-14(g)(2)(3). If a member does not have a spouse, the member's general beneficiary designation shall be effective with respect to the benefits provided by § 16-25-14(g)(2)(3).
Author: William T. Stephens, General Counsel, RSA.
Ala. Admin. Code r. 800-1-1-.08
Statutory Authority:Code of Ala. 1975, § 16-25-19(h).