American States Water (NYSE: AWR) sets 2026 base pay for top executives

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American States Water Company reported that its independent directors approved 2026 base salaries for key executives on February 10, 2026. President and CEO Robert J. Sprowls will receive a base salary of $1,004,300. Senior Vice President – Finance and CFO Eva G. Tang will receive $661,600, and three other senior executives will receive base salaries ranging from $412,000 to $518,200 for 2026.

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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 10, 2026

AMERICAN STATES WATER COMPANY

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

California			001-14431						95-4676679
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)			(Commission File Number)						(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
630 East Foothill Blvd.			San Dimas			CA			91773-1212
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)									(Zip Code)

(909) 394-3600

Registrant's telephone number, including area code

GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPANY

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

California			001-12008						95-1243678
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)			(Commission File Number)						(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
630 East Foothill Blvd.			San Dimas			CA			91773-1212
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)									(Zip Code)

Not Applicable

(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
American States Water Company Common Shares			AWR			New York Stock Exchange

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Section 5 - Corporate Governance and Management

Item 5.02(e). Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

On February 10, 2026, the independent members of the Board of Directors approved, upon recommendation of the Compensation Committee, base salaries for 2026 for Robert J. Sprowls, President and Chief Executive Officer of American States Water Company, Golden State Water Company, and American States Utility Services, Inc. and its subsidiaries; Eva G. Tang, Senior Vice President – Finance, Chief Financial Officer and Corporate Secretary of American States Water Company, Golden State Water Company, and American States Utility Services, Inc. and its subsidiaries and Treasurer of American States Water Company; Paul J. Rowley, Senior Vice President – Regulated Water Utility of Golden State Water Company; Christopher H. Connor, Senior Vice President – American States Utility Services, Inc. and its subsidiaries; and Gladys M. Farrow, Assistant Secretary of American States Water Company, Vice President – Finance, Treasurer and Assistant Secretary of Golden State Water Company, and Treasurer and Assistant Secretary of American States Utility Services, Inc. and its subsidiaries of $1,004,300, $661,600, $518,200, $451,500 and $412,000, respectively.

SIGNATURES

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

			AMERICAN STATES WATER COMPANY:
February 13, 2026			/s/ Eva G. Tang
			Eva G. Tang Senior Vice President-Finance, Chief Financial Officer, Corporate Secretary and Treasurer

			GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPANY:
February 13, 2026			/s/ Eva G. Tang
			Eva G. Tang Senior Vice President-Finance, Chief Financial Officer and Secretary

FAQ

What executive compensation decision did American States Water Company (AWR) disclose?

American States Water Company disclosed that independent board members approved 2026 base salaries for several key executives. The decision, made on February 10, 2026, covers the CEO, CFO and other senior leaders across American States Water, Golden State Water and American States Utility Services.

What is the 2026 base salary for American States Water Company’s CEO?

The 2026 base salary for President and Chief Executive Officer Robert J. Sprowls is $1,004,300. He serves as CEO of American States Water Company, Golden State Water Company and American States Utility Services, Inc. and its subsidiaries, reflecting his leadership across the organization.

How much will CFO Eva G. Tang of American States Water Company (AWR) earn in 2026 base salary?

Senior Vice President – Finance, Chief Financial Officer and Corporate Secretary Eva G. Tang will receive a 2026 base salary of $661,600. She holds finance and corporate officer roles at American States Water Company, Golden State Water Company and American States Utility Services, Inc. and its subsidiaries.

Which other executives of American States Water and Golden State Water received 2026 salary approvals?

The board approved 2026 base salaries for Paul J. Rowley at $518,200, Christopher H. Connor at $451,500, and Gladys M. Farrow at $412,000. These executives hold senior roles at Golden State Water Company and American States Utility Services and in various finance and corporate secretary positions.

Who approved the 2026 executive base salaries at American States Water Company (AWR)?

The 2026 executive base salaries were approved by the independent members of the Board of Directors, acting on the recommendation of the Compensation Committee. Their action on February 10, 2026, set base pay levels for the CEO, CFO and several other senior executives.

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