[8-K] AMERICAN STATES WATER CO Reports Material Event

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American States Water Company approved its 2026 Short-Term Incentive Program for executive officers. The plan lets each executive earn both an objective cash bonus and a discretionary cash bonus for calendar year 2026, based on company performance and individual results.

Target aggregate bonuses are set as a percentage of 2026 base salary: Robert J. Sprowls at 100%, Eva G. Tang at 40.4%, Paul J. Rowley at 40.4%, Christopher H. Connor at 48.5%, and Gladys M. Farrow at 34.2%. The objective portion is 80% of each target and depends on specific performance metrics, while the remaining 20% is discretionary and based on subjective assessment of performance in the areas each executive oversees.

8-K Event Classification

2 items: 5.02, 9.01

2 items

Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers Governance

Key personnel changes including departures, elections, or appointments of directors and executive officers.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits

Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.

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03/27/2026 - 04:31 PM

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): March 26, 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

91773-1212

(Address of Principal Executive Offices)

(Zip Code)

(909) 394-3600

Registrant's telephone number, including area 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

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. ☐

Section 5 - Corporate Governance and Management


Item 5.02.			Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

On March 26, 2026, the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors approved the 2026 Short-Term Incentive Program (the “Bonus Program”) for the executive officers (the “Executive Officers”) of American States Water Company (NYSE:AWR). Under the terms of the Bonus Program, each of the Executive Officers is eligible to earn an objective cash bonus and a discretionary cash bonus for the 2026 calendar year.

The target aggregate bonus 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 is 100%, 40.4%, 40.4%, 48.5% and 34.2%, respectively, of his or her base salary for 2026. The objective bonus is 80% of the target aggregate bonus for each of these Executive Officers and will become payable based upon each Executive Officer’s attainment of specific performance targets set forth in the Bonus Program. The discretionary bonus is 20% of the target aggregate bonus for each of these Executive Officers and is payable based on the Company’s subjective assessment of the Executive Officer’s performance in the areas of our business over which he or she has responsibility.

A copy of the 2026 Short-Term Incentive Program and the Form of 2026 Short-Term Incentive Program Award Agreement are attached as Exhibits 10.1 and 10.2, respectively.

Section 9 – Financial Statement and Exhibits

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits

The following documents are filed as an Exhibit to this report:


Exhibit 10.1						2026 Short-Term Incentive Program*
Exhibit 10.2						Form of Award Agreement for 2026 Short-Term Incentive Program*

*Management contract or compensatory arrangement.

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
March 27, 2026			/s/ Eva G. Tang
			Eva G. Tang Senior Vice President-Finance, Chief Financial Officer, Corporate Secretary and Treasurer

Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

FAQ

What did American States Water Company (AWR) announce in this 8-K?

American States Water Company approved its 2026 Short-Term Incentive Program for executive officers. The program sets target cash bonuses for 2026 and ties payouts to both objective performance metrics and discretionary evaluations of each executive’s contributions in their areas of responsibility.

How are 2026 executive bonuses structured at American States Water (AWR)?

Each executive’s 2026 bonus includes an objective portion and a discretionary portion. The objective piece is 80% of the target bonus and depends on specific performance targets, while the discretionary 20% is based on the company’s subjective assessment of individual performance during 2026.

What are the target bonus percentages for AWR’s key executives in 2026?

For 2026, target aggregate bonuses are set as a percentage of base salary: 100% for Robert J. Sprowls, 40.4% for Eva G. Tang and Paul J. Rowley, 48.5% for Christopher H. Connor, and 34.2% for Gladys M. Farrow, all tied to annual performance.

What performance factors determine executive bonuses at American States Water?

Objective bonuses depend on specific performance targets defined in the 2026 Short-Term Incentive Program. Discretionary bonuses are based on the company’s subjective assessment of how each executive performs in the parts of the business they oversee throughout the 2026 calendar year.

Where can investors find the full details of AWR’s 2026 Short-Term Incentive Program?

Full details are in the plan documents filed as exhibits. The 2026 Short-Term Incentive Program is filed as Exhibit 10.1, and the related Form of Award Agreement is filed as Exhibit 10.2, both identified as management compensatory arrangements.

Which executives are covered by American States Water’s 2026 bonus program?

The program covers executive officers including President and CEO Robert J. Sprowls, CFO and Corporate Secretary Eva G. Tang, Senior Vice President Paul J. Rowley, Senior Vice President Christopher H. Connor, and Assistant Secretary and finance executive Gladys M. Farrow.

Filing Exhibits & Attachments

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