Lobbying Spending Disclosure – Marathon Petroleum Corp (2014)
Whereas, Lobbying exposes Marathon Petroleum Corporation(“MPC”) to risks that could affect its stated goals, objectives, and ultimately shareholder value, and We rely on the information provided by MPC to evaluate goals and objectives, and we, therefore, have a strong interest in full disclosure of its lobbying to assess whether its lobbying is consistent with its expressed goals and in the best interests of shareholders and long-term value. Resolved, shareholders request the Board to authorize the preparation of a report, updated annually, disclosing: 1. Company policy and procedures governing lobbying, both direct and indirect, and grassroots lobbying communications. 2. Payments by MPC …
Political Contributions Report – Emerson Electric Co. (2014)
Resolved, that the shareholders of Emerson Electric (“Company”) hereby request that the Company provide a report, updated semiannually, disclosing the Company’s: 1. Policies and procedures for making, with corporate funds or assets, contributions and expenditures (direct or indirect) to (a) participate or intervene in any political campaign on behalf of (or in opposition to) any candidate for public office, or (b) influence the general public, or any segment thereof, with respect to an election or referendum. 2. Monetary and non-monetary contributions and expenditures (direct and indirect) used in the manner described in section 1above, including: a. The identity of the …
Lobbying Spending Report – Amgen, Inc. (2014)
Whereas: Corporate lobbying exposes Amgen to risks that could affect its goals, objectives, and ultimately shareholder value; and We rely on the information provided by Amgen to evaluate goals and objectives, and therefore, have a strong interest in full disclosure of Amgen’s lobbying to assess whether it is consistent with expressed goals and in the best interests of shareholders and long-term value. Resolved, shareholders request the Board authorize the preparation of a report, at reasonable cost and updated annually, disclosing: 1. Company policy and procedures governing lobbying, both direct and indirect, and grassroots lobbying communications. Payments by Amgen used for …
Lobbying Disclosure Report – UnitedHealth Group (2013)
Whereas, corporate lobbying exposes our company to risks that could affect its stated goals, objectives, and ultimately shareholder value, and Whereas, we rely on information provided by our company to evaluate goals and objectives, and we, therefore, have a strong interest in full disclosure of its lobbying to assess whether its lobbying is consistent with its expressed goals and in the best interests of shareholders and long-term value. Resolved, the shareholders of UnitedHealth Group (“UNH”) request the Board authorize the preparation of a report, updated annually, disclosing: Company policy and procedures governing lobbying, both direct and indirect, and grassroots lobbying …
Lobbying Disclosure Report – Endo Pharmaceuticals (2013)
Whereas, corporate lobbying exposes our company to risks that could affect the company’s stated goals, objectives, and ultimately shareholder value. Whereas, we rely on information provided by our company to evaluate goals and objectives, and we, therefore, have a strong interest in full disclosure of our company’s lobbying to assess whether it’s lobbying is consistent with its expressed goals and in the best interests of shareholders and long-term value. Resolved, the shareholders of Endo Pharmaceuticals Holdings Inc. (“Endo”) request the Board authorize the preparation of a report, updated annually, disclosing: Company policy and procedures governing lobbying, both direct and indirect, …
Political Contributions Report – CenturyLink, Inc. (2013)
Resolved, that the shareholders of CenturyLink, Inc. (“CTL” or “Company”) hereby request that the Company provide a report, updated semiannually, disclosing the Company’s: Policies and procedures for making, with corporate funds or assets, contributions and expenditures (direct or indirect) to (a) participate or intervene in any political campaign on behalf of (or in opposition to) any candidate for public office, or (b) influence the general public, or any segment thereof, with respect to an election or referendum. Monetary and non-monetary contributions and expenditures (direct and indirect) used in the manner described in section 1 above, including: The identity of the …
Political Contributions Report – Hess Corporation (2013)
Resolved, that the shareholders of Hess Corporation (“Hess” or “Company”) hereby request that the Company provide a report, updated semiannually, disclosing the Company’s: Policies and procedures for making, with corporate funds or assets, contributions and expenditures (direct or indirect) to (a) participate or intervene in any political campaign on behalf of (or in opposition to) any candidate for public office, or (b) influence the general public, or any segment thereof, with respect to an election or referendum. Monetary and non-monetary contributions and expenditures (direct and indirect) used in the manner described in section 1 above, including: The identity of the …
Lobbying Disclosure – FedEx Corporation (2012)
Whereas, businesses, like individuals, have a recognized legal right to express opinions to legislators and regulators on public policy matters. It is important that our company’s lobbying positions, and processes to influence public policy, are transparent. Public opinion is skeptical of corporate influence on Congress and public policy and questionable lobbying activity may pose risks to our company’s reputation when controversial positions are embraced. Hence, we believe full disclosure of FedEx’s policies, procedures and oversight mechanisms is warranted. Resolved, the stockholders of FedEx Corporation (“FedEx”) request the Board authorize the preparation of a report, updated annually, and disclosing: 1. …
Prohibit Political Spending From Corporate Treasury Funds – Bank of America (2012)
WHEREAS: Political spending and corporate money in politics is a highly contentious issue, made more prominent in light of the 2010 Citizens United Supreme Court case that affirmed companies’ rights to make unlimited political expenditures to independent groups. In the 2012 election year, we expect even more media and public attention to corporate spending to influence elections. Experts predict that an unprecedented amount of money will be spent in the 2012 election season. Recent polls highlight the public’s disapproval. In a June 2010 Harris poll, 85% of voters said that corporations “have too much influence over the political system today….” …
Disclosure of Direct and Indirect Political Spending – Chubb Corp (2012)
Resolved, that the shareholders of Chubb Corporation (“Company”) hereby request that the Company provide a report, updated semi-annually, disclosing the Company’s: 1. Policies and procedures for political contributions and expenditures (both direct and indirect) made with corporate funds. 2. Monetary and non-monetary contributions and expenditures (direct and indirect) used to participate or intervene in any political campaign on behalf of (or in opposition to) any candidate for public office, and used in any attempt to influence the general public, or segments thereof, with respect to elections or referenda. The report shall include: a. An accounting through an itemized report that …
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