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AUTOMATIC DATA PROCESSING INC 8-K Report, Bylaw Amendment (Apr 9, 2014)

Filed April 9, 2014For Securities:ADP

Summary

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP) filed an 8-K on April 9, 2014, primarily to report amendments to its bylaws. The Board of Directors adopted Restated Bylaws, effective immediately, which clarify the definition of "officers of the Corporation" for purposes of the company's governance documents. This is a procedural update aimed at enhancing clarity within the corporate structure. While this filing does not involve significant financial performance updates or major strategic shifts, it's important for investors to note changes in corporate governance. The updated bylaws provide a more precise definition of corporate officers, which can be relevant for understanding reporting lines, responsibilities, and contractual obligations within the company. The full text of these amended bylaws is available as an exhibit to this filing.

Key Highlights

  • 1ADP's Board of Directors adopted amended and restated bylaws on April 9, 2014.
  • 2The amendments are effective immediately.
  • 3The primary purpose of the Restated Bylaws is to clarify who is considered an "officer of the Corporation".
  • 4This filing is classified under Item 5.03 (Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Changes in Fiscal Year).
  • 5No material financial information or significant business events are disclosed in this report.
  • 6The Restated Bylaws are attached as Exhibit 3.1 to the 8-K filing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to announce the adoption of amended and restated bylaws by ADP's Board of Directors. These amendments aim to clarify the definition of "officers of the Corporation" within the company's governance documents.

No, this 8-K filing does not report any changes in financial performance or business operations. It is a procedural update related to corporate governance and the company's internal bylaws.

The amended and restated bylaws are effective immediately upon adoption by the Board of Directors on April 9, 2014.

The full text of the amended and restated bylaws is provided as Exhibit 3.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K.