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ISS and SEC Fall Roundup
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Several behind the scenes policy-making items are evolving and compensation committees should be mindful of them during this fall’s planning.
SEC Mandates Human Capital Disclosure: Nebulous Guidance Provided
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New amendments are intended to take into account changes in the regulatory, business, and technological environment since the adoption of Regulation S-K.
SEC Adopts Rule Amendments and Provides Supplemental Guidance for Proxy Advisor Voting
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Companies should be aware of how the proxy voting process has likely shifted in their favor.
Economic Stimulus Laws in the Wake of Coronavirus
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There may be substantial strings attached to the “CARES” Act, including restrictions on executive compensation and other workforce constraints.
ISS Releases 2020 Policy Updates—Details on Incorporation of EVA Forthcoming
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The anticipated incorporation of EVA into ISS’ pay-for-performance test will be a significant change for 2020.
SEC Issues Interpretive Guidance for Investment Advisors and Proxy Advisors
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Both entities must now exercise a higher level of care in voting. Here’s what this means for boards and compensation professionals.
ISS Releases Its 2019 Policy Survey Questionnaire
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EVA to officially become part of the ISS pay-for-performance analysis; gender diversity, overboarding, and combined CEO/chair roles also get attention
Dodd-Frank Section 956 Redux: Incentive Compensation at Financial Institutions Subject to Yet Another Set of Proposed Rules
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A new set of proposed rules under Section 956 of the Dodd-Frank Act affects certain banking institutions and replaces an earlier 2011 proposal.
Long-Awaited Final CEO Pay Ratio Rule Issued
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Final rules from the SEC include modifications from the proposal.
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