### Question
What is the definition of excess resources?


### Answer
The definition of **excess resources** is as follows in *29 U.S.C. § 1426*:

> available resources above the amount necessary to support the resource benefit level, but no greater than the amount necessary to pay benefits for the plan year at the benefit levels under the plan

#### Citation:
  - *29 U.S.C. § 1426*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 17-COMPREHENSIVE EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING PROGRAMS > SUBCHAPTER III-PLAN TERMINATION INSURANCE > Subtitle E-Special Provisions for Multiemployer Plans > part 3-reorganization; minimum contribution requirement for multiemployer plans**

