Common use of Purpose of this Provision Clause in Contracts

Purpose of this Provision. Section 409A of the Code imposes a number of requirements on “non-qualified deferred compensation” plans and arrangements. Based on regulations issued by the Internal Revenue Service, the Company has concluded that the award of Restricted Shares under this Award Agreement is not subject to Section 409A. In addition, the Dividend Equivalent Award is exempt from the requirements of Section 409A pursuant to the short-term deferral exception.

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Sources: Restricted Stock Agreement (Arizona Public Service Co), Restricted Stock Agreement (Arizona Public Service Co)