American Electric Power (AEP) director Henry Linginfelter to leave Board after 2026

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American Electric Power Company, Inc. reported that board member Henry P. Linginfelter has informed the Board he will not stand for re-election at the Company’s 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. He will therefore leave the Board when his current term expires at that meeting.

The Company states that Mr. Linginfelter’s decision is not due to any disagreement with American Electric Power regarding its operations, policies, or practices. The filing focuses solely on this planned board transition and does not describe any changes to the Company’s business strategy or financial outlook.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE

SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) February 13, 2026

AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER COMPANY, INC.

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)

New York			1-3525			13-4922640
(State or Other Jurisdiction of			(Commission File Number)			(IRS Employer Identification
Incorporation)						No.)

1 Riverside Plaza,			Columbus,			OH			43215
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)									(Zip Code)

(Registrant's Telephone Number, Including Area Code) (614) 716-1000

(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class			Trading Symbol(s)			Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, $6.50 par value			AEP			The NASDAQ Stock Market LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).
Emerging growth company			☐
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.
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Item 5.02    Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

On February 13, 2026, Henry P. Linginfelter, a member of the Board of Directors ("Board") of American Electric Power Company, Inc. ("Company"), notified the Board that he would not stand for re-election to the Board at the Company's 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. Mr. Linginfelter stated that his decision is not due to any disagreement with the Company on any matter relating to the Company’s operations, policies, or practices.

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SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Company has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

			AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER COMPANY, INC.
			By:			/s/ David C. House
			Name:			David C. House
			Title:			Assistant Secretary

February 17, 2026

FAQ

What board change did American Electric Power (AEP) disclose in this 8-K?

American Electric Power disclosed that director Henry P. Linginfelter will not stand for re-election at the 2026 Annual Meeting. His departure will occur when his current term ends, reflecting a planned board transition rather than an immediate resignation or removal from the Board.

Why is AEP director Henry P. Linginfelter leaving the Board?

Henry P. Linginfelter informed American Electric Power that he will not stand for re-election at the 2026 Annual Meeting. The Company reports his decision is not due to any disagreement with AEP regarding its operations, policies, or practices, indicating an orderly, non-contentious transition.

Did AEP report any disagreement related to Henry P. Linginfelter’s decision?

No, American Electric Power stated that Henry P. Linginfelter’s decision not to stand for re-election is not due to any disagreement. The Company specifically notes there is no dispute concerning its operations, policies, or practices connected with his planned departure from the Board.

When will Henry P. Linginfelter’s service on AEP’s Board end?

Henry P. Linginfelter’s service on American Electric Power’s Board is expected to end at the Company’s 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. He will complete his current term and simply not stand for re-election, making this a scheduled transition rather than an immediate change.

Does this AEP 8-K announce any financial or operational changes?

The 8-K focuses on a governance matter: Henry P. Linginfelter’s decision not to stand for re-election to the Board. It does not describe changes to American Electric Power’s financial results, business operations, or strategic plans, and is limited to this board transition disclosure.

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