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Manufacturers Urge Congress to Reform Proxy Advisory Firms

5/2/2025

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The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) called for Congress to reform proxy advisory firms impacting corporate voting.
Charles Crain from NAM pointed out conflicts of interest and inaccuracies in proxy firms' recommendations, jeopardizing workers' retirement security.
Six proposed House bills seek to regulate proxy firms and uphold fiduciaries' responsibilities.
Crain stressed the importance of prioritizing workers' interests in retirement planning.

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The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) called for Congress to reform proxy advisory firms impacting corporate voting.
Charles Crain from NAM pointed out conflicts of interest and inaccuracies in proxy firms' recommendations, jeopardizing workers' retirement security.
Six proposed House bills seek to regulate proxy firms and uphold fiduciaries' responsibilities.
Crain stressed the importance of prioritizing workers' interests in retirement planning.