Home Depot amends bylaws, sets 2026 shareholder proposal window of Jan 22 to Feb 21
Home Depot's board approved amendments to its bylaws effective November 20, 2025, as part of a periodic governance review. The changes tighten and clarify shareholder nomination and proposal procedures, including a single advance notice window and removal of certain provisions. The company also disclosed the deadlines for next year's shareholder proposals and director nominations, which matters to shareholders planning to submit items.
Key points
- Bylaws amended and restated effective November 20, 2025, as part of a periodic governance review
- Advance notice window for director nominations and other proposals set at 120 to 90 days before the first anniversary of the prior year's annual meeting
- For next year's meeting, notice must be received between January 22, 2026 and February 21, 2026 (excluding Rule 14a-8 and proxy access proposals)
- Director nominees a shareholder may propose cannot exceed the number of directors to be elected at the meeting
The filing
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