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Progressive Announces Annual Meeting Results

MAYFIELD VILLAGE, Ohio--At the Annual Meeting of Shareholders of The Progressive Corporation today, Progressive’s shareholders:

  • re-elected the following four directors, each to serve a three-year term:
    • Roger N. Farah
    • Stephen R. Hardis
    • Norman S. Matthews
    • Bradley T. Sheares, Ph.D.
  • approved an amendment to Progressive’s Code of Regulations to establish procedures for shareholders to make proposals for consideration at Progressive’s Annual Meeting of Shareholders (other than nominations for directors);
  • approved an amendment to Progressive’s Code of Regulations to revise the existing procedures relating to shareholder nominations of directors; and
  • ratified the appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as Progressive’s independent registered public accounting firm for 2009.

About Progressive

The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies, in business since 1937, is one of the country’s largest auto insurance groups, the largest seller of motorcycle policies and a market leader in commercial auto insurance based on premiums written.

Progressive is committed to becoming consumers’ #1 choice for auto insurance by providing competitive rates and innovative products and services that meet drivers’ needs throughout their lifetimes, including superior online and in-person customer service, and best-in-class, 24-hour claims service, such as its concierge level of claims service available at service centers located in major metropolitan areas throughout the United States.

Progressive companies offer consumers choices in how to shop for, buy and manage their auto insurance policies. Progressive offers its products, including personal and commercial auto, motorcycle, boat and recreational vehicle insurance, through more than 30,000 independent insurance agencies throughout the U.S. and online and by phone directly from the Company. Private passenger auto products and prices are different when purchased directly from Progressive or through independent agencies. To find an agent or to get a quote, go to http://www.progressive.com.

The Common Shares of The Progressive Corporation, the Mayfield Village, Ohio-based holding company, are publicly traded at . For more information, visit http://www.progressive.com.