The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (“CARES Act”)

Special Rules for Use of Retirement Funds

This provision waives the additional 10 percent tax on early distributions from IRAs and defined contribution plans (such as 401(k) plans) in the case of coronavirus-related distributions. A coronavirus-related distribution may be made between January 1 and December 31, 2020, by an individual who is (or whose family) is infected with the coronavirus or who is economically harmed by the coronavirus. Distributions are limited to $100,000, and may be re-contributed to the plan or IRA. Employers are permitted to amend defined contribution plans to provide for these distributions. Additionally, defined contribution plans are permitted to allow plan loans up to $100,000 and repayment of existing plan loans is extended for employees who are affected by the coronavirus.