In this chapter, the following terms have the meaning indicated. Terms Defined. “Former member” means an individual who: Has been a member; Separated from employment with a participating employer; Is not reemployed by a participating employer; and Is not a retiree. “Required beginning date” means the applicable date by which the distribution of a service retirement allowance must commence in accordance with the Internal Revenue Code, 26 U.S.C. §401(a)(9)(C). “Special early retirement” means a retirement pursuant to State Personnel and Pensions Article, §22-404 or 23-404, Annotated Code of Maryland. “Ten-month employee” means an individual who satisfies the criteria set forth in COMAR 22.05.02.01A.