Safety Insurance Group (SAFT) details 2026 director, auditor and pay votes

Q: How did Safety Insurance Group (SAFT) stockholders vote on the auditor ratification in 2026?

Stockholders overwhelmingly ratified Deloitte & Touche LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for 2026. The vote totaled 13,618,768 for, 21,425 against, and 12,086 abstentions, with no broker non-votes reported on the auditor ratification item.

Q: Was executive compensation approved at Safety Insurance Group (SAFT)'s 2026 annual meeting?

Yes, stockholders approved, on a non-binding advisory basis , the executive compensation disclosed in the March 31, 2026 proxy statement. The vote was 11,491,433 for, 458,546 against, 21,407 abstentions, and 1,680,893 broker non-votes recorded on this say-on-pay proposal.

Q: Which directors continue serving after Safety Insurance Group (SAFT)'s 2026 annual meeting?

Following the meeting, the board continues to include Charles J. Brophy III , Deborah E. Gray , Dennis J. Langwell , Mary C. Moran , and George M. Murphy . Their terms were not up for election at the 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders.

Q: When was the 2026 annual meeting of Safety Insurance Group (SAFT) held and who signed the report?

The Annual Meeting of Stockholders was held on May 13, 2026 . The related report was signed on behalf of Safety Insurance Group, Inc. by Christopher T. Whitford , Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Secretary, dated May 14, 2026.

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Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Safety Insurance Group, Inc. reported the results of its Annual Meeting of Stockholders held on May 13, 2026. Stockholders elected John D. Farina and Thalia M. Meehan as Class III directors for three-year terms, each receiving over 11.7 million votes in favor.

Stockholders also ratified Deloitte & Touche LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for the year ending December 31, 2026, with 13,618,768 votes for and minimal opposition. In addition, stockholders approved, on a non-binding advisory basis, the executive compensation program described in the March 31, 2026 proxy statement.

8-K Event Classification

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

Votes for John D. Farina: 11,767,003 votes Votes for Thalia M. Meehan: 11,864,129 votes Votes for auditor ratification: 13,618,768 votes +3 more

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Votes for John D. Farina 11,767,003 votes Election as Class III director at May 13, 2026 annual meeting

Votes for Thalia M. Meehan 11,864,129 votes Election as Class III director at May 13, 2026 annual meeting

Votes for auditor ratification 13,618,768 votes Ratification of Deloitte & Touche LLP for year ending December 31, 2026

Votes against auditor ratification 21,425 votes Ratification of Deloitte & Touche LLP

Votes for executive compensation 11,491,433 votes Non-binding advisory vote on executive compensation

Votes against executive compensation 458,546 votes Non-binding advisory vote on executive compensation

Key Terms

broker non-votes, independent registered public accounting firm, non-binding advisory basis, executive compensation, +1 more

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broker non-votes financial

"are the number of abstentions and broker non-votes."

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

"to serve as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the year ending December 31, 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.

non-binding advisory basis financial

"approved, on a non-binding advisory basis, the executive compensation as disclosed"

A non-binding advisory basis is guidance or a recommendation offered for informational purposes that does not create legal obligations or guarantees; recipients can accept, modify, or ignore it without contractual consequences. Investors should treat it like a weather forecast for planning—useful for forming expectations and assessing risk, but not a firm promise—so they should verify assumptions, seek confirming information, and avoid relying on it as the sole basis for investment decisions.

executive compensation financial

"the executive compensation as disclosed in the Company’s Proxy Statement dated March 31, 2026."

Payments and benefits given to a company's top leaders — including base salary, cash bonuses, stock awards, options and retirement or perquisites — designed to compensate and motivate them. Investors care because these packages affect a company’s costs, influence executives’ decisions and signal how well management’s interests line up with shareholders’; like a captain’s contract, the structure of pay can encourage safe navigation toward long-term gains or risky short-term moves that hurt returns.

Annual Meeting of Stockholders financial

"The Annual Meeting of Stockholders of Safety Insurance Group, Inc. was held on May 13, 2026."

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05/14/2026 - 11:10 AM

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

May 13, 2026

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported)

SAFETY INSURANCE GROUP, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)


Delaware	000-50070	13-4181699
(State or other jurisdiction	(Commission	(IRS Employer
of incorporation)	File Number)	Identification No.)

20 Custom House Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02110

(Address of principal executive offices including zip code)

(617) 951-0600

(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)

Not Applicable

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

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

Title of each class	Trading Symbol	Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share	SAFT	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. ☐

Item 5.07 Submissions of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

The Annual Meeting of Stockholders of Safety Insurance Group, Inc. (“the Company”) was held on May 13, 2026. Set forth below, with respect to each matter, as applicable, are the number of votes cast for, against or withheld, as well as the number of abstentions and broker non-votes.

1.	Election of Directors

John D. Farina and Thalia M. Meehan were elected as Class III directors of the Company to serve a three-year term. The voting results were as follows:


	Votes For	Votes Withheld	Broker Non-Votes
John D. Farina	11,767,003	204,383	1,680,893
Thalia M. Meehan	11,864,129	107,257	1,680,893

In addition, the terms of the following directors continued after the Annual Meeting: Charles J. Brophy III, Deborah E. Gray, Dennis J. Langwell, Mary C. Moran, and George M. Murphy.

2.	Ratification of Appointment of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

The stockholders of the Company ratified the appointment of Deloitte & Touche LLP to serve as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the year ending December 31, 2026. The voting results were as follows:


Votes For	Votes Against	Abstentions	Broker Non-Votes
13,618,768	21,425	12,086	0

3.	Advisory Vote on Executive Compensation

The stockholders of the Company approved, on a non-binding advisory basis, the executive compensation as disclosed in the Company’s Proxy Statement dated March 31, 2026. The voting results were as follows:


Votes For	Votes Against	Abstentions	Broker Non-Votes
11,491,433	458,546	21,407	1,680,893

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.


	Safety Insurance Group, Inc.
	(Registrant)

Date: May 14, 2026	By:	/s/ CHRISTOPHER T. WHITFORD
		Christopher T. Whitford
		V.P., Chief Financial Officer and Secretary

Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

FAQ

What director elections were approved at Safety Insurance Group (SAFT)'s 2026 annual meeting?

Stockholders elected John D. Farina and Thalia M. Meehan as Class III directors for three-year terms. Farina received 11,767,003 votes for and Meehan 11,864,129 votes for, with relatively low withhold and broker non-vote totals reported.

How did Safety Insurance Group (SAFT) stockholders vote on the auditor ratification in 2026?

Stockholders overwhelmingly ratified Deloitte & Touche LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for 2026. The vote totaled 13,618,768 for, 21,425 against, and 12,086 abstentions, with no broker non-votes reported on the auditor ratification item.

Was executive compensation approved at Safety Insurance Group (SAFT)'s 2026 annual meeting?

Yes, stockholders approved, on a non-binding advisory basis, the executive compensation disclosed in the March 31, 2026 proxy statement. The vote was 11,491,433 for, 458,546 against, 21,407 abstentions, and 1,680,893 broker non-votes recorded on this say-on-pay proposal.

Which directors continue serving after Safety Insurance Group (SAFT)'s 2026 annual meeting?

Following the meeting, the board continues to include Charles J. Brophy III, Deborah E. Gray, Dennis J. Langwell, Mary C. Moran, and George M. Murphy. Their terms were not up for election at the 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders.

When was the 2026 annual meeting of Safety Insurance Group (SAFT) held and who signed the report?

The Annual Meeting of Stockholders was held on May 13, 2026. The related report was signed on behalf of Safety Insurance Group, Inc. by Christopher T. Whitford, Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Secretary, dated May 14, 2026.

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