CenterPoint Energy (CNP) Proxy Filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual meeting scheduled for April 16, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. CT in Houston, Texas.

• Shareholders are encouraged to review proxy materials and vote by April 15, 2026, or April 13, 2026, for plan shares.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Election of eleven directors, with all nominees recommended for approval.

• Ratification of Deloitte & Touche LLP as independent auditor for 2026.

• Advisory vote on executive compensation (say-on-pay) recommended for approval.

• Approval of amended and restated certificate of formation to provide limited officer exculpation and other immaterial updates.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Eleven director nominees listed for election, each recommended by the board.