All NYCERS active Members, Vested Members and Retirees (retired after 9/11/01) who Participated in WTC Rescue, Recovery or Clean-up Operations during a Qualifying Period. Participation in WTC Rescue, Recovery, or Clean-up Operations must have been during your employment. Participation in a volunteer capacity does not qualify you under this law. Also, Eligible Beneficiaries of members who participated and subsequently died without having filed a Notice of Participation may file. Remember, the deadline to file is September 11, 2026.