The following issue-specific proxy voting guidelines (the Guidelines) summarize BlackRock Investment Stewardships (BIS) philosophy and approach to engagement and voting, as well as our view of governance best practices and the roles and responsibilities of boards and directors for publicly listed U.S. companies. The GPVSC endeavours to hold meetings to decide how to vote particular proxies sufficiently before the voting deadline so that the procedures below regarding conflicts can be completed before the GPVSCs voting determination. When presented with shareholder proposals requesting increased disclosure on corporate political activities, BIS will evaluate publicly available information to consider how a companys lobbying and political activities may impact the company. Please read the prospectus and summary prospectus carefully before investing. Self identified board demographic diversity can usefully be disclosed in aggregate, consistent with local law. An offering may be made only by delivery of a confidential offering memorandum to appropriate investors. Webproxy voting principles and philosophy discussed in the Invesco Global Proxy Policy. 0000005166 00000 n The management of nature-related factors is increasingly a core component of some companies ability to generate sustainable, long-term financial returns for shareholders, particularly where a companys strategy is heavily reliant on the availably of natural capital, or whose supply chains are exposed to locations with nature-related risks. Dodge & Cox investment leadership & Committee updates. However, a large potential payout under a golden parachute arrangement also presents the risk of motivating a management team to support a sub-optimal sale price for a company. y7>>zz/A0G#sdS`:^`Es. We generally support stock splits that are not likely to negatively affect the ability to trade shares or the economic value of a share. These activities can also create risks, including: the potential for allegations of corruption; certain reputational risks; and risks that arise from the complex legal, regulatory, and compliance considerations associated with corporate political spending and lobbying activity. (go back), 19BlackRock is subject to certain regulations and laws in the United States that place restrictions and limitations on how BlackRock can interact with the companies in which we invest on behalf of our clients, including our ability to submit shareholder proposals or elect directors to the board. We encourage companies to structure their change of control provisions to require the termination of the covered employee before acceleration or special payments are triggered (commonly referred to as double trigger change of control provisions). In our view, an informative indicator of diversity for such companies is having at least two women and a director who identifies as a member of an underrepresented group. When determining whether to support or oppose an advisory vote on a golden parachute plan, BIS may consider several factors, including: It may be difficult to anticipate the results of a plan until after it has been triggered; as a result, BIS may vote against a golden parachute proposal even if the golden parachute plan under review was approved by shareholders when it was implemented. 0000006004 00000 n Web2022 Policy Guidelines United States 2 Table of Contents opinion on our proxy research directly to the voting decision makers at every investor client in time for voting decisions to be made or changed. 2036 41 Our publicly available commentary provides more information on our approach to executive compensation. WebPlease submit your proxy card or voting instruction form as soon as possible. Investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal. The Assam Rifles - Friends of the Hill People? 0000012767 00000 n When assessing how to vote including on the election of directors and relevant shareholder proposals robust disclosures are essential for investors to understand, where appropriate, how companies are integrating material sustainability risks and opportunities across their business and strategic, long-term planning. This better macro environment will support better economic growth, financial stability, job growth, productivity, as well as ecosystem stability and health outcomes. WebGlass Lewis 2023 Proxy Voting Policy Guidelines are now available for the United States and Canada, Continental Europe, the UK, and ESG. Streamline your next board meeting by collating and collaborating on agendas, documents, and minutes securely in one place. BIS supports equity plans that align the economic interests of directors, managers, and other employees with those of shareholders. WebProxy voting is a key element in our approach to sustainable investing. We generally favor prompt recoupment from any senior executive whose compensation was based on faulty financial reporting or deceptive business practices. Therefore, we will generally support the reduction or the elimination of supermajority voting requirements to the extent that we determine shareholders ability to protect their economic interests is improved. While we believe special awards[11] should be used sparingly, we acknowledge that there may be instances when such awards are appropriate. WebProxy Voting Guidelines. WebProxy Voting Guidelines February 2022 3 Introduction Proxy voting policy As an asset manager, RBC Global Asset Management (RBC GAM) has an obligation to act in the Voting Process The Proxy Committee has approved proxy voting guidelines applicable to specific types of common proxy proposals (the Approved Guidelines). From time to time, shareholder proposals may be presented to promote auditor independence or the rotation of audit firms. (go back), 12By material sustainability-related risks and opportunities, we mean the drivers of risk and value creation in a companys business model that have an environmental or social dependency or impact. Our publicly available commentary provides more information on our approach to climate risk and the global energy transition. In assessing mergers, acquisitions, or other transactions including business combinations involving Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPACs) BIS primary consideration is the long-term economic interests of our clients as shareholders. Proxy access mechanisms should provide shareholders with a reasonable opportunity to use this right without stipulating overly restrictive or onerous parameters for use, and also provide assurances that the mechanism will not be subject to abuse by short-term investors, investors without a substantial investment in the company, or investors seeking to take control of the board. To signal our concerns, we may also vote against the chair of the nominating/governance committee, or where no chair exists, the nominating/governance committee member with the longest tenure. Where boards find that age limits or term limits are the most efficient and objective mechanism for ensuring periodic board refreshment, we generally defer to the boards determination in setting such limits. 0000002290 00000 n We may also consider whether executive and/or board members financial interests appear likely to affect their ability to place shareholders interests before their own, as well as measures taken to address conflicts of interest, We prefer transaction proposals that include the fairness opinion of a reputable financial advisor assessing the value of the transaction to shareholders in comparison to recent similar transactions, Whether we determine that the triggering event is in the best interests of shareholders, Whether management attempted to maximize shareholder value in the triggering event, The percentage of total premium or transaction value that will be transferred to the management team, rather than shareholders, as a result of the golden parachute payment, Whether excessively large excise tax gross-up payments are part of the pay-out, Whether the pay package that serves as the basis for calculating the golden parachute payment was reasonable in light of performance and peers, Whether the golden parachute payment will have the effect of rewarding a management team that has failed to effectively manage the company, The company has experienced significant stock price decline as a result of macroeconomic trends, not individual company performance, Directors and executive officers are excluded; the exchange is value neutral or value creative to shareholders; tax, accounting, and other technical considerations have been fully contemplated, There is clear evidence that absent repricing, employee incentives, retention, and/or recruiting may be impacted, Disclose the identification, assessment, management, and oversight of material sustainability related risks and opportunities in accordance with the four pillars of TCFD, Publish material, investor-relevant, industry-specific metrics and rigorous targets, aligned with SASB (ISSB) or comparable sustainability reporting standards. 0000004677 00000 n 0000008767 00000 n As discussed more fully below in Section D of this Policy, depending on the proposal, an Approved Guideline may provide that Lazard should vote for or These guidelines are divided into eight key themes, which group together the issues that frequently appear on the agenda of shareholder meetings: An effective and well-functioning board is critical to the economic success of the company and the protection of shareholders interests, inducting the establishment of appropriate governance structures that facilitate oversight of management and the companys strategic initiatives. In general, we support market-standardized proxy access proposals, which allow a shareholder (or group of up to 20 shareholders) holding three percent of a companys outstanding shares for at least three years the right to nominate the greater of up to two directors or 20% of the board. In cases where there is a Say on Pay vote, BIS will respond to the proposal as informed by our evaluation of compensation practices at that particular company and in a manner that appropriately addresses the specific question posed to shareholders. On November 11, 2019, Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) released its 2020 Proxy Voting Guidelines, which are generally effective for meetings on or after February 1, 2020. Where we conclude that a company has failed to align pay with performance, we will vote against the management compensation proposal and relevant compensation committee members. In particular, where a director maintains a Chair role of a publicly listed company in European markets, we may consider that responsibility as equal to two board commitments, consistent with our EMEA Proxy Voting Guidelines. As such, as long-term investors, we are interested in understanding how companies may be impacted by material climate-related risks and opportunitiesjust as we seek to understand other business-relevant risks and opportunitiesand how these factors are considered within their strategy in a manner that is consistent with the companys business model and sector. Common circumstances are illustrated below: In addition, we recognize that board leadership roles may vary in responsibility and time requirements in different markets around the world. The following identifies the maximum number of boards on which a director may serve, before BIS considers them to be over-committed: How diversity, including demographic factors and professional characteristics, is considered in board composition, given the companys long-term strategy and business model, How directors professional characteristics, which may include domain expertise such as finance or technology, and sector- or market-specific experience, are complementary and link to the companys long-term strategy, The process by which candidates for board positions are identified, including whether professional firms or other resources outside of incumbent directors networks are engaged to identify and/or assess candidates, and whether a diverse slate of nominees is considered for all available board nominations, The Independent Chair or Lead Independent Director, members of the nominating/governance committee, and/or the longest tenured director(s), where we observe a lack of board responsiveness to shareholders, evidence of board entrenchment, and/or failure to plan for adequate board member succession, The chair of the nominating/governance committee, or where no chair exists, the nominating/governance committee member with the longest tenure, where board member(s) at the most recent election of directors have received against votes from more than 25% of shares voted, and the board has not taken appropriate action to respond to shareholder concerns. Without a voting mechanism to immediately address concerns about a specific director, we may choose to vote against the directors up for election at the time (see Shareholder rights for additional detail). The most common form of ESPP qualifies for favorable tax treatment under Section 423of the Internal Revenue Code. (go back), 13The International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) Foundation announced in November 2021 the formation of an International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) to develop a comprehensive global baseline of high-quality sustainability disclosure standards to meet investors information needs. BpUgwfZjYhX~,wEY ZQV+U%q?K$v ? 3 - vested Artisan Partners with proxy voting authority or has reserved or delegated that responsibility to another designated person; and - adopted a proxy voting policy that Artisan Partners is required to follow. 0000042951 00000 n We will evaluate these instances on a case-by-case basis. We are particularly interested in understanding how risk oversight processes evolve in response to changes in corporate strategy and/or shifts in the business and related risk environment. When casting their proxy votes, proxy voters should be mindful of some of their basic fiduciary duties, including prudence, loyalty to beneficiaries and reasonable [16] Yet, the path ahead is deeply uncertain and uneven, with different parts of the economy moving at different speeds. In an important change for newly public companies We generally view golden parachutes as encouragement to management to consider transactions that might be beneficial to shareholders. Proxy Voting Policy . Where we believe a companys disclosures or practices fall short relative to the market or peers, or we are unable to ascertain the board and managements effectiveness in overseeing related risks and opportunities, we may vote against members of the appropriate committee or support relevant shareholder proposals. We may support shareholder proposals requesting the establishment of such policies. If you have received an invitation, you must first create a login by following the link provided in Use of this site signifies that you accept ourTerms & Conditions of Use. 0000002073 00000 n Where we determine that company is not appropriately considering their key stakeholder interests in a way that poses material financial risk to the company and its shareholders, we may vote against relevant directors or support shareholder proposals related to these topics. In his frustration, he lit his bottle on fire and threw it away, causing the fire to break out. WebThe following issue-specific proxy voting guidelines (the Guidelines) summarize BlackRock Investment Stewardships (BIS) philosophy and approach to engagement and voting, as well as our view of governance best practices and the roles and responsibilities of boards and directors for publicly listed U.S. companies. Lastly, we look for shareholder approval of poison pill plans within one year of adoption of implementation. The materials on this website are for illustration and discussion purposes only and do not constitute an offering. 1. Webvendor from providing such proxy voting services prior to delegating proxy responsibilities; (2) review and approve the Guidelines annually; and (3) provide advice and This makes it possible to elect local Similarly, SASB Standards enable robust implementation of the Integrated Reporting Framework, providing the comparability sought by investors. In cases where a board unilaterally adopts exclusive forum provisions that we consider unfavorable to the interests of shareholders, we will vote against the Independent Chair or Lead Independent director and members of the nominating/governance committee. There are two commonly accepted structures for independent leadership to balance the CEO role in the boardroom: 1) an independent Chair; or 2) a Lead Independent director when the roles of Chair and CEO are combined, or when the Chair is otherwise not independent. The perpetrator claims that he had gone to siphon gas from the overturned lorry but could only manage to fill one bottle amidst the mob. We typically support shareholder proposals on these matters unless the company already has a robust clawback policy that sufficiently addresses our concerns. Among these smaller companies, we look for the presence of diversity and take into consideration the progress that companies are making. Diversification and asset allocation do not ensure a profit or guarantee against loss. WebIn the exercise of proxy voting authority which has been delegated to it by particular clients, the Advisor will apply the following policies in accordance with, and subject to, any 0000013331 00000 n SASBs [14] industry-specific metrics are beneficial in helping companies identify key performance indicators (KPIs) across various dimensions of sustainability that are considered to be financially material. It is our view that long-term shareholders should have the opportunity, when necessary and under reasonable conditions, to nominate directors on the companys proxy card.[19]. Corporate form shareholder proposals are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. [13] While the TCFD framework was developed to support climate-related risk disclosures, the four pillars of the TCFD governance, strategy, risk management, and metrics and targets are a useful way for companies to disclose how they identify, assess, manage, and oversee a variety of sustainability-related risks and opportunities. We believe boards should aspire to meaningful diversity of membership, at least consistent with local regulatory requirements and best practices, while recognizing that building a strong, diverse board can take time. It is the responsibility of the Committee to evaluate and maintain proxy voting In exceptional circumstances and with sufficiently broad support, shareholders should have the opportunity to raise issues of substantial importance without having to wait for management to schedule a meeting. WebProxy voting is a key climate-risk management tool and part of our stewardship-escalation process. Please refer to the member's contract benefits in effect at the time of service to determine coverage or non-coverage of these services as it applies to an individual member. We look to companies to disclose short-, medium-, and long-term targets, ideally science-based targets where these are available for their sector, for Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) reductions and to demonstrate how their targets are consistent with the long-term economic interests of their shareholders. For companies facing insolvency or bankruptcy, a premium may not apply, There should be clear strategic, operational, and/or financial rationale for the combination, Unanimous board approval and arms-length negotiations are preferred. We look to understand a boards diversity in the context of a companys domicile, market capitalization, business model, and strategy. An avalanche occured earlier this evening at ABCI Quarry, Maudarh, Hnahthial District burying atleast 15 people and 3 machinery. Excluding exigent circumstances, BIS generally considers attendance at less than 75% of the combined board and applicable committee meetings to be poor attendance. 0000014951 00000 n 0000002522 00000 n Where a poison pill is put to a shareholder vote by management, our policy is to examine these plans individually. Where a company has not adequately demonstrated, through actions and/or disclosures, how material issues are appropriately identified, managed, and overseen, we will consider voting against the re-election of those directors responsible for the oversight of such issues, as indicated below. RBC GAM subscribes to the research of both ISS and Glass, Lewis & Co . Further, if a company qualifies as an emerging growth company (an EGC) under the Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act of 2012 (the JOBS Act), we will give consideration to the NYSE and NASDAQ governance exemptions granted under the JOBS Act for the duration such a company is categorized as an EGC. 0000042526 00000 n The board should exercise appropriate oversight of management and the business activities of the company. Where compensation structures provide for a front-loaded[10] award, we look for appropriate structures (including vesting and/or holding periods) that motivate sustained performance for shareholders over a number of years. [17] Many companies are asking what their role should be in contributing to an orderly and equitable transitionin ensuring a reliable energy supply and energy security and in protecting the most vulnerable from energy price shocks and economic dislocation. WebName of proxy vote by the homeowners association during the _____ meeting. The roles and responsibilities cited here are not all-encompassing and are noted for reference as to how these leadership positions may be defined. Companies may engage in certain political activities, within legal and regulatory limits, in order to support public policy matters material to the companies long-term strategies. Our publicly available commentary provides more information on our approach to corporate political activities. This includes, but is not limited to, settlement agreements arising from such behavior and paid for directly by the company. 0000012069 00000 n Who may vote: If you owned shares of RTX Common Stock at the close of business on March 7, 2023, you are entitled to receive this Notice of the 2023 Annual Meeting and to vote at the meeting, either during the virtual meeting or by proxy. This structure should be aligned with shareholder interests, particularly the generation of sustainable, long-term value. h{HSQsusVbf+[2R0J3-\e.Q75)(1YFNB8Z3PmFup}9 @ 834H>$@bj6DQjqgd +E%}#g}Zc[R)FaBvqn[]mS5Wvz>t0AbTF[Rtn&Q6vR _Wlz{N45]f&bg~hh59 FT ^#_gzM6D~f6*.km)[Ng0NBP4+\7&mG(3WkELFYP?R Shareholders should have a meaningful opportunity to participate in the meeting and interact with the board and management in these virtual settings; companies should facilitate open dialogue and allow shareholders to voice concerns and provide feedback without undue censorship. 0000033560 00000 n While we will typically support proposals requesting board de-classification, we may make exceptions, should the board articulate an appropriate strategic rationale for a classified board structure. 0000012172 00000 n Shareholders should have the opportunity to review substantial governance changes individually without having to accept bundled proposals. These may include instances where shareholders nominate director candidates, oppose the view of management and/or the board on mergers, acquisitions, or other transactions, etc. We typically defer to the board in setting the appropriate size and believe that directors are generally in the best position to assess the optimal board size to ensure effectiveness. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Integration. Comprehensive disclosures provide investors with a sense of the companys long-term risk management practices and, more broadly, the quality of the boards oversight. Our publicly available commentary provides more information on our approach. 0000063266 00000 n Such information shall be provided to a Proxy Administrator each time Artisan Partners enters into an Webthe extent there are any conflicts between these guidelines and the contract language, the contract language will control. In exceptional circumstances and with sufficiently broad support, shareholders should have the opportunity to raise issues of substantial importance without having to wait for management to schedule a meeting. (go back), Your email is never published nor shared. However, we may oppose this right in cases where the proposal is structured for the benefit of a dominant shareholder, or where a lower threshold may lead to an ineffective use of corporate resources. In determining how to vote on behalf of clients who have authorized us to do so, we look to companies only to address issues within their control and do not anticipate that they will address matters that are the domain of public policy. 77F?5u\ These guidelines are also intended to inform all investors on how to vote in an ESG-aligned way. Common impediments to independence may include: We may vote against directors who we do not consider to be independent, including at controlled companies, when we believe oversight could be enhanced with greater independent director representation. (go back), 3A BDC is a special investment vehicle under the Investment Company Act of 1940 that is designed to facilitate capital formation for small and middle-market companies(go back), 4CTo this end, we do not view shareholder proposals asking for the separation of Chair and CEO to be a proxy for other concerns we may have at the company for which a vote against directors would be more appropriate. 0000110450 00000 n We look for disclosures from companies to help us understand their approach and do not prescribe any particular board composition. This process may include internal board evaluations; however, boards may also find it useful to periodically conduct an assessment with a third party. This and other important informationiscontained in a Fund's prospectus and summary prospectus. Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) and Glass Lewis, the leading proxy advisors in the United States, have announced updates and clarifications for their voting guidelines for the 2022 proxy season. 2. If you have not received an invitation, and think you should have, please contact your Renaissance representative. WebInvesting involves risk, including possible loss of principal. Consequently, we ask companies to demonstrate a robust approach to HCM and provide shareholders with disclosures to understand how their approach aligns with their stated strategy and business model. A companys board of directors should put in place a compensation structure that balances incentivizing, rewarding, and retaining executives appropriately across a wide range of business outcomes. It is our view that a majority of the directors on the board should be independent to ensure objectivity in the decision-making of the board and its ability to oversee management. We hold members of the compensation committee, or equivalent board members, accountable for poor compensation practices and/or structures. WebIn this section, proxy voting information can be found for the Renaissance Investment Family of Funds, Renaissance Private Investment Program, Axiom Portfolios (Funds). These guidelines should be read in conjunction with the BlackRock Investment Stewardship Global Principles. This may not apply in cases where BIS did not support the initial vote against such board member(s), The Independent Chair or Lead Independent Director and/or members of the nominating/governance committee, where a board fails to consider shareholder proposals that (1) receive substantial support, and (2) in our view, have a material impact on the business, shareholder rights, or the potential for long-term value creation, Appears to have a legitimate financing motive for requesting blank check authority, Has committed publicly that blank check preferred shares will not be used for anti-takeover purposes, Has a history of using blank check preferred stock for financings, Has blank check preferred stock previously outstanding such that an increase would not necessarily provide further anti-takeover protection but may provide greater financing flexibility, The degree to which the proposed transaction represents a premium to the companys trading price. 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