Kinder Morgan (NYSE: KMI) investors back board, auditor and 2026 executive pay
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Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Kinder Morgan, Inc. reported the results of its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders held on May 13, 2026. A quorum was present with 1,974,609,446 common shares represented in person or by proxy. Stockholders elected eleven directors to serve until the 2027 annual meeting.
They also ratified PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the company’s independent registered public accounting firm for 2026. In addition, stockholders approved, on an advisory basis, the executive compensation program for Kinder Morgan’s named executive officers as described in the company’s proxy statement.
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Item 5.07 — Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders
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Item 5.07
Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders
Governance
Results of a shareholder vote on proposals at an annual or special meeting.
Key Figures
Shares represented at meeting: 1,974,609,446 shares
Auditor ratification votes for: 1,884,515,068 votes
Auditor ratification votes against: 87,297,841 votes
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Shares represented at meeting
1,974,609,446 shares
Common stock present or by proxy at 2026 annual meeting
Auditor ratification votes for
1,884,515,068 votes
For ratifying PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP for 2026
Auditor ratification votes against
87,297,841 votes
Against ratifying PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP for 2026
Say-on-pay votes for
1,605,994,160 votes
For advisory approval of executive compensation
Say-on-pay votes against
77,788,484 votes
Against advisory approval of executive compensation
Say-on-pay broker non-votes
284,365,592 votes
Broker non-votes on executive compensation proposal
Votes for Richard D. Kinder
1,622,287,287 votes
For election as director at 2026 annual meeting
Key Terms
broker non-votes, independent registered public accounting firm, advisory vote on executive compensation, Annual Meeting of Stockholders, +1 more
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broker non-votes financial
"Broker Non-Votes 1,622,287,287 ... 1,942,872 | 284,365,592"
Broker non-votes occur when a brokerage firm is unable to vote on a shareholder’s behalf during a company election or decision because the shareholder has not given specific voting instructions, and the broker is not allowed or chooses not to vote on certain matters. They are important because they can affect the outcome of votes, especially when the results are close, by effectively reducing the total number of votes cast.
independent registered public accounting firm financial
"ratification of the selection of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as KMI’s independent registered public accounting firm for 2026"
An independent registered public accounting firm is an outside accounting company officially registered with the government regulator to examine and report on a public company's financial records and controls. Investors treat its reports like an impartial inspector’s certificate — they add credibility to financial statements, help spot errors or misleading claims, and reduce the risk that shareholders are relying on unchecked or biased numbers.
advisory vote on executive compensation financial
"Proposal Three – Advisory Vote on Executive Compensation KMI stockholders approved, on an advisory basis, the compensation"
A non-binding shareholder vote allowing investors to approve or reject the pay packages and compensation policies for a company’s top executives. It matters because the outcome tells the board whether owners are satisfied with executive pay and can prompt changes in policy or leadership much like a customer survey prompts a company to adjust its product — signaled approval can support management credibility, while rejection may increase scrutiny and affect investor confidence.
Annual Meeting of Stockholders financial
"KMI held its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders (the “Annual Meeting”) on May 13, 2026."
quorum financial
"shares of KMI’s common stock entitled to vote were present or represented by proxy, constituting a quorum for the transaction of business."
A quorum is the minimum number of members needed to officially hold a meeting or make decisions. It ensures that decisions are made with enough participation to represent the group’s interests, much like a majority must be present for a vote to be valid. For investors, understanding quorum is important because it affects when and how important company or organization decisions can be legally made.
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): May 13, 2026
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Item 5.07 Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders.
Kinder Morgan, Inc. (“KMI”) held its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders (the “Annual Meeting”) on May 13, 2026. At the Annual Meeting, a total of 1,974,609,446 shares of KMI’s common stock entitled to vote were present or represented by proxy, constituting a quorum for the transaction of business.
At the Annual Meeting, KMI stockholders voted on the following proposals: (1) election of eleven nominated directors to the Board; (2) ratification of the selection of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as KMI’s independent registered public accounting firm for 2026; and (3) an advisory vote on executive compensation.
Proposal One – Election of Directors
KMI stockholders elected eleven directors, each to serve until KMI’s 2027 annual meeting or, if earlier, the election and qualification of his or her successor.
| Nominee | For | Against | Abstain | Broker Non-Votes | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Richard D. Kinder | 1,622,287,287 | 66,013,694 | 1,942,872 | 284,365,592 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Kimberly A. Dang | 1,651,088,087 | 37,001,581 | 2,154,185 | 284,365,592 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Amy W. Chronis | 1,647,779,587 | 40,278,640 | 2,185,625 | 284,365,592 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Ted A. Gardner | 1,481,686,656 | 206,267,328 | 2,289,869 | 284,365,592 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Anthony W. Hall, Jr. | 1,590,866,353 | 97,051,196 | 2,326,303 | 284,365,592 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Steven J. Kean | 1,599,918,600 | 88,010,707 | 2,314,546 | 284,365,592 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Michael C. Morgan | 1,507,970,887 | 180,065,835 | 2,207,131 | 284,365,592 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Arthur C. Reichstetter | 1,629,820,783 | 58,090,669 | 2,332,401 | 284,365,592 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| C. Park Shaper | 1,501,190,260 | 186,688,466 | 2,365,127 | 284,365,592 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| William A. Smith | 1,612,394,511 | 75,538,489 | 2,310,853 | 284,365,592 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Robert F. Vagt | 1,583,180,792 | 104,746,948 | 2,316,113 | 284,365,592 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Proposal Two – Ratification of Selection of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
KMI stockholders ratified the selection of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as KMI’s independent registered public accounting firm for 2026.
| For | Against | Abstain | Broker Non-Votes | |||||||||||||||||
| 1,884,515,068 | 87,297,841 | 2,796,421 | — | |||||||||||||||||
Proposal Three – Advisory Vote on Executive Compensation
KMI stockholders approved, on an advisory basis, the compensation of KMI’s named executive officers, as disclosed in the Proxy Statement.
| For | Against | Abstain | Broker Non-Votes | |||||||||||||||||
| 1,605,994,160 | 77,788,484 | 6,461,209 | 284,365,592 | |||||||||||||||||
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S I G N A T U R E
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.
| KINDER MORGAN, INC. | ||||||||||||||
| Dated: May 19, 2026 | By: | /s/ David P. Michels | ||||||||||||||||||
| David P. Michels Vice President and Chief Financial Officer | ||||||||||||||||||||
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FAQ
What matters did Kinder Morgan (KMI) stockholders vote on at the 2026 annual meeting?
Stockholders voted on electing eleven directors, ratifying PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the 2026 independent registered public accounting firm, and approving an advisory resolution on executive compensation for Kinder Morgan’s named executive officers, as described in the company’s proxy statement.
Did Kinder Morgan stockholders ratify PricewaterhouseCoopers as auditor for 2026?
Yes, Kinder Morgan stockholders ratified the selection of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the company’s independent registered public accounting firm for 2026, with 1,884,515,068 votes for, 87,297,841 votes against, and 2,796,421 abstentions recorded in the voting results.
How did Kinder Morgan (KMI) stockholders vote on executive compensation in 2026?
Stockholders approved Kinder Morgan’s executive compensation on an advisory basis. The say-on-pay proposal received 1,605,994,160 votes for, 77,788,484 votes against, 6,461,209 abstentions, and 284,365,592 broker non-votes, indicating overall support for the disclosed pay program.
Were all Kinder Morgan director nominees elected at the 2026 annual meeting?
All eleven Kinder Morgan director nominees listed, including Richard D. Kinder and Kimberly A. Dang, were elected to serve until the 2027 annual meeting, based on reported vote totals showing more votes cast for each nominee than against each nominee.