MetLife amends bylaws to comply with universal proxy rules and DGCL changes

METLIFE INC

Amended bylaws effective Oct 3, 2023, to align with SEC universal proxy rules and recent DGCL amendments.
Enhanced procedural mechanics for stockholder nominations, including additional disclosures and compliance with Rule 14a-19.
Permits special board meetings on notice deemed necessary by the person calling the meeting.
Chairman of the Board is no longer an officer; board may appoint more than one President.
Also clarifies powers to postpone/reschedule meetings and adopt remote-only meetings.

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Governance Changes SEC 8-K Item 5.03/5.05/5.06 confidence 0.9

METLIFE INC: Amended and Restated By-Laws to update procedural mechanics for stockholder meetings, nominations, and proposals; clarify board powers; and make other updates (effective 2023-10-03).

Change: bylaw amendment
Effective: 2023-10-03

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On October 3, 2023, in connection with the new Securities and Exchange Commission rules regarding universal proxy cards, certain recent changes to the Delaware General Corporation Law (the “DGCL”), and a periodic review of the by-laws of MetLife, Inc. (the “Company”), the Company’s board of directors (the “Board”) unanimously adopted Amended and Restated By-Laws of the Company (as so amended and restated, the “Amended and Restated By-Laws”), effective immediately.

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