UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

 

SCHEDULE 14A

 

Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of
the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.     )

 

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CUMMINS INC.

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*** Exercise Your Right to Vote *** Important Notice Regarding the Availability of Proxy Materials for the Shareholder Meeting to Be Held on May 10, 2016. Meeting Information CUMMINS INC. Meeting Type: Annual Meeting For holders as of: March 8, 2016 Date: May 10, 2016 Time: 11:00 a.m. EDT Location: Columbus Engine Plant 500 Central Avenue Columbus, IN 47201 You are receiving this communication because you hold shares in the company named above. This is not a ballot. You cannot use this notice to vote these shares. This communication presents only an overview of the more complete proxy materials that are available to you on the Internet. You may view the proxy materials online at www.proxyvote.com or easily request a paper copy (see reverse side). We encourage you to access and review all of the important information contained in the proxy materials before voting. SHAREOWNER SERVICES P.O. BOX 64945 ST. PAUL, MN 55164-0945 E01577-P73263 See the reverse side of this notice to obtain proxy materials and voting instructions.

 

 


 

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Before You Vote How to Access the Proxy Materials Proxy Materials Available to VIEW or RECEIVE: Proxy Materials Available to VIEW or RECEIVE: NOTICE AND PROXY STATEMENT ANNUAL REPORT SHAREHOLDER LETTER How to View Online: Have the information that is printed in the box marked by the arrow (located on the following page) and visit: www.proxyvote.com. How to Request and Receive a PAPER or E-MAIL Copy: If you want to receive a paper or e-mail copy of these documents, you must request one. There is NO charge for requesting a copy. Please choose one of the following methods to make your request: 1) BY INTERNET: www.proxyvote.com 2) BY TELEPHONE: 1-800-579-1639 3) BY E-MAIL*: sendmaterial@proxyvote.com * If requesting materials by e-mail, please send a blank e-mail with the information that is printed in the box marked by the arrow (located on the following page) in the subject line. . XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX . XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Requests, instructions and other inquiries sent to this e-mail address will NOT be forwarded to your investment advisor. Please make the request as instructed above on or before April 26, 2016 to facilitate timely delivery. How To Vote E01578-P73263 Please Choose One of the Following Voting Methods Vote In Person: Many shareholder meetings have attendance requirements including, but not limited to, the possession of an attendance ticket issued by the entity holding the meeting. Please check the meeting materials for any special requirements for meeting attendance. At the meeting, you will need to request a ballot to vote these shares. Vote By Internet: To vote now by Internet, go to www.proxyvote.com. Have the information that is printed in the box marked by the arrow (located on the following page) available and follow the instructions. Vote By Mail: You can vote by mail by requesting a paper copy of the materials, which will include a proxy card. . XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

 

 


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Voting Items The Board of Directors recommends you vote FOR the following: The Board of Directors recommends you vote FOR the following proposals: Election of Directors 11) Advisory vote to approve the compensation of the named executive officers as disclosed in the proxy statement. Nominees: 12) Proposal to ratify the appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as auditors for 2016. 1) N. Thomas Linebarger 2) Robert J. Bernhard 13) The Board of Directors’ proposal regarding Proxy Access. 3) Dr. Franklin R. Chang Diaz The Board of Directors recommends you vote AGAINST the following proposal: 4) Bruno V. Di Leo Allen 14) The Shareholder proposal regarding Proxy Access. 5) Stephen B. Dobbs 6) Robert K. Herdman NOTE: Such other business as may properly come before the meeting or any adjournment thereof. 7) Alexis M. Herman 8) Thomas J. Lynch 9) William I. Miller 10) Georgia R. Nelson E01579-P73263

 

 


 

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