Public Matters

We put Commitment in action when…

We Participate in Public Matters in an Appropriate Manner

Our employees should feel free to participate in public matters and political processes according to their individual beliefs and citizenship rights. Where we participate as individuals in public matters or the political process we must be mindful that such activity is done in our individual capacity as private citizens and not on behalf of our company, and we must make this clear to all involved. The company engages in public policy issues vital to Caterpillar's success and supports committees aimed at encouraging political contributions by individuals and, from time to time -- with the approval of the Chairman -- may make political contributions as laws allow.