###### Political contributions and lobbying
Varex does not have a government relations or lobbying function and, as part of our conflict-of-interest policy, the Company does not give political donations globally.
However, through our membership in various trade associations and industry bodies with lobbying arms, we indirectly make our voices heard and gain valuable intelligence on the evolving regulatory landscape.
Due to our direct and indirect contracts with the U.S. government, we conduct annual live training with our sales team on how to interact with government officials. There are strict rules around these interactions and employees are encouraged to consult the legal department for support.
Only a limited number of individuals are authorized to engage in efforts to discuss legislation or government policy with political officials or to contact a government official on behalf of Varex for political purposes. Varex employees who personally participate in the political process may only do so using their own money, time, and resources.