American Water Works Company, Inc., Essential Utilities, Inc., and their affiliates filed a Stipulation of Settlement with the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) regarding the proposed merger between the two companies. The settlement was entered into with all parties involved in the regulatory proceeding, including NJBPU staff and the New Division of Rate Counsel. This filing is subject to review and approval by the NJBPU. Essential Utilities operates as a water utility company.