Both of the standard annuities and some of the optional annuities under the AFTRA Retirement Plan provide benefits to a spouse or beneficiary if a participant dies.  

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For details and additional information about survivor benefits refer to the current Retirement Fund Summary Plan Description and any subsequent Benefits Updates or call Participant Services at (800) 562-4690. The Board of Trustees (or its duly authorized designee) reserves the right, in its sole and absolute discretion, to amend, modify, terminate or interpret and decide all matters under the Plan, or any benefits provided under the Retirement Plan, in whole or in part, at any time and for any reason.