Engaging in the Political Process with Integrity
Our Commitment
We engage in the political process with transparency as a Company and with integrity as private citizens. As individuals, we each have the right to express our beliefs and to take part in political processes. The Company will not interfere with or influence any personal political activities you may undertake. We separate our personal views from Hexcel’s interests and follow all laws related to political donations and lobbying.
How We Act with Integrity
- Make clear that your personal political beliefs are your own, and not those of Hexcel.
- Remember that employee participation in political activities does not imply Hexcel’s endorsement and Hexcel will not pay or reimburse personal political contributions.
- Use Hexcel funds for any contribution to a candidate for public office, political party or advocacy group, directly or indirectly through a third party, unless permitted under applicable law and approved in writing in advance by the Law Department.
- Use Hexcel funds, personnel time, equipment, supplies or facilities for personal political activities.
- Engage in lobbying activities or the hiring of lobbyists or other third parties on behalf of Hexcel without prior written approval from the Law Department.
- Endorse any political candidate or cause in a manner that others might construe as an endorsement by Hexcel.
Integrity in Action
My supervisor is active in a local political campaign for a ballot proposal. He talks about it all the time and has asked me to donate money to support the campaign. What should I do?
You do not have to contribute to the campaign, and your supervisor should not have asked you to do so at work. If you are uncomfortable declining the request by your supervisor, contact Human Resources, the Law Department or use the SafeTalk Helpline.