Merck & Co (MRK) Proxy filing summary

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Election of 13 directors is up for vote, with all nominees recommended by the board.

• Advisory vote on executive compensation (say-on-pay) is included.

• Ratification of the independent registered public accounting firm for 2026 is proposed.

• Shareholder proposals include reports on DEI risks in federal contracting, healthcare coverage gaps, and political contributions; board recommends voting against these.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board recommends all 13 director nominees for election at the annual meeting.

Executive compensation and say-on-pay

• Non-binding advisory vote on the compensation of named executive officers is on the agenda.