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Corporate GovernanceMay 19, 2026, 04:13 PM

Viper Energy Stockholders Approve Right to Call Special Meetings

AI Summary

Viper Energy, Inc. held its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, where several key proposals were approved. Stockholders voted to amend the company's certificate of incorporation, granting those holding at least 20% of the voting power for at least one year the right to call special meetings. Additionally, eight directors were re-elected, executive compensation received advisory approval, and Grant Thornton LLP was ratified as the independent auditor for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026.

Key Highlights

  • Stockholders approved an amendment to the certificate of incorporation.
  • The amendment allows stockholders holding at least 20% of voting power for one year to call special meetings.
  • Eight directors were re-elected, including Travis D. Stice with 318,943,050 votes For.
  • Advisory approval of named executive officer compensation passed with 276,982,537 votes For.
  • Grant Thornton LLP was ratified as the independent auditor for 2026 with 333,814,077 votes For.
  • The certificate of incorporation amendment was approved with 301,976,161 votes For.