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Alexandria RE amends bylaws to comply with universal proxy rules
ALEXANDRIA REAL ESTATE EQUITIES, INC.
- Amendments require parties proposing director nominees to comply with SEC universal proxy rules (Rule 14a-19).
- Enhanced advance notice provisions require representations on solicitation intentions and nominee willingness to serve.
- Stockholder cannot nominate more individuals than directors to be elected; no substitution without compliance.
- Proxy authority granted for a nominee will be disregarded if the proposing stockholder abandons solicitation or fails Rule 14a-19.
- Conforming updates to virtual meeting provisions to align with Maryland General Corporation Law.