Definitions generally applicable to the Thrift Savings Plan are set forth at 5 CFR 1690.1.
As used in this subpart:
Administrative finding means an evidence-based determination reached by a hearing, inquiry, investigation, or trial before an administrative agency of competent jurisdiction in any State, territory or possession of the United States.
Death benefit means the portion of a deceased participant's account that is payable under FERSA's order of precedence.
Order of precedence means the priority of entitlement to a TSP death benefit specified in 5 U.S.C. 8424(d).
TIN means a taxpayer identification number. A TIN may be a Social Security number (SSN), an employer identification number (EIN), or an individual taxpayer identification number (ITIN).