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Resolutions, meetings & authority · Working

Special resolution

Also called: supermajority resolution

ELI5

A shareholder resolution requiring a higher voting threshold under applicable law.

Used in conversation

“The minutes should record the decision on special resolution, not reconstruct it later.”

Pitch context

You will see “Special resolution” in board papers, contracts, policies, risk registers and compliance reports when the discussion reaches resolutions, meetings & authority.

Why it matters: In resolutions, meetings & authority, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

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