### Question
What is the definition of obligation to contribute?


### Answer
The definition of **obligation to contribute** is as follows in *29 U.S.C. § 1392*:

> an obligation to contribute arising—


(1) under one or more collective bargaining (or related) agreements, or


(2) as a result of a duty under applicable labor-management relations law, but


  

does not include an obligation to pay withdrawal liability under this section or to pay delinquent contributions

#### Citation:
  - *29 U.S.C. § 1392*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 17-COMPREHENSIVE EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING PROGRAMS > SUBCHAPTER III-PLAN TERMINATION INSURANCE > Subtitle E-Special Provisions for Multiemployer Plans > part 1-employer withdrawals**

