What is one of the fiduciary responsibilities under ERISA Title I?

The fiduciary responsibilities under ERISA (Employee Retirement Income Security Act) Title I encompass a range of obligations designed to protect the interests of plan participants and beneficiaries. Among these responsibilities is the requirement for fiduciaries to ensure that employee benefit plans have minimum participation levels. This means that plans must meet specific criteria regarding the number of eligible employees who can participate, which is essential for maintaining the integrity and viability of the plan.

The concept of minimum participation is integral to the proper administration of employee benefit plans, ensuring that plans are designed to serve the intended population and provide sufficient benefits. Fiduciaries must act prudently and loyally to manage the plan according to these guidelines, helping to prevent discrimination against certain groups of employees.

While financial investment management is indeed a critical aspect of fiduciary duty, it does not directly relate to the fundamental structural requirements that ensure employee participation. Similarly, employee recruitment and market expansion concern operational aspects rather than fiduciary responsibilities related to employee benefits; thus, they are not classified under the fiduciary duties outlined in ERISA.