01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed May 12, 2026. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
L3Harris Technologies, Inc. (LHX) filed an 8-K on May 12, 2026, detailing the results of its 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders held on May 11, 2026.
The meeting saw strong shareholder participation with approximately 92.2%a of outstanding shares represented, indicating high engagement. Key outcomes include the overwhelmingly successful election of all eleven director nominees to the Board, alongside the advisory approval of named executive officer compensation and the ratification of Ernst & Young LLP as the independent auditor for the upcoming fiscal year.
Of particular note for investors, the shareholder proposal seeking to enhance the ability to call special meetings was rejected, suggesting a preference among the majority of shareholders for the current governance structure or a lack of consensus on the proposed changes. The strong support for director elections and executive compensation indicates shareholder confidence in the current leadership and operational direction of the company.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- All eleven director nominees were overwhelmingly elected to the Board of Directors for a one-year term.
- Shareholders provided advisory approval for the compensation of named executive officers.
- The appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending January 1, 2027, was ratified.
- A significant majority of shareholders rejected the shareholder proposal aimed at improving the ability to call for special shareholder meetings.
- A high quorum of approximately 92.2% was achieved at the Annual Meeting of Shareholders, demonstrating strong investor engagement.
- The voting results for director elections and executive compensation indicate substantial shareholder confidence in the current management and governance.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What were the main outcomes of L3Harris Technologies' 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders?
The main outcomes were the election of all eleven director nominees, advisory approval of executive compensation, ratification of Ernst & Young LLP as the independent auditor, and the rejection of a shareholder proposal regarding special meeting calls. A high quorum of nearly 92.2% of shares was represented at the meeting.
What is the significance of the rejected shareholder proposal on calling special meetings?
The rejection of the proposal to "Improve Shareholder Ability to Call for a Special Shareholder Meeting" suggests that the majority of shareholders either support the current procedures for calling special meetings or did not find the proposed changes compelling enough to vote in favor. This indicates shareholder satisfaction with the existing governance framework in this regard.
How did shareholders vote on executive compensation?
Shareholders approved the compensation of the Company's named executive officers in an advisory vote. The "Say-on-Pay" vote received strong support, with over 148 million shares voting in favor.
Was the company's auditor ratified by shareholders?
Yes, shareholders ratified the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as the Company's independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending January 1, 2027, with a substantial majority voting in favor.
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