# EDGAR Filing Document

**Accession Number:** 0001768447
**File Stem:** 0001683863-23-001902
**Filing Date:** 2023-3
**Character Count:** 138004
**Document Hash:** 5a2f5e8da5063090b7f4574e71bd6c5b
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## Filing Content

## Filing Summary
**0001683863-23-001902.hdr.sgml**: 20230308

**ACCESSION NUMBER**: 0001683863-23-001902

**CONFORMED SUBMISSION TYPE**: 40-17G

**PUBLIC DOCUMENT COUNT**: 41

**FILED AS OF DATE**: 20230308

**DATE AS OF CHANGE**: 20230308

**EFFECTIVENESS DATE**: 20230308

**FILER**: 

**COMPANY DATA:**
- **COMPANY CONFORMED NAME:** Homestead Funds Trust
- **CENTRAL INDEX KEY:** 0001768447
- **IRS NUMBER:** 833576764
- **STATE OF INCORPORATION:** MA
- **FISCAL YEAR END:** 1231

**FILING VALUES:**
- **FORM TYPE:** 40-17G
- **SEC ACT:** 1940 Act
- **SEC FILE NUMBER:** 811-23429
- **FILM NUMBER:** 23715308

**BUSINESS ADDRESS:**
- **STREET 1:** 4301 WILSON BOULEVARD
- **CITY:** ARLINGTON
- **STATE:** VA
- **ZIP:** 22203
- **BUSINESS PHONE:** 703-907-6366

**MAIL ADDRESS:**
- **STREET 1:** 4301 WILSON BOULEVARD
- **CITY:** ARLINGTON
- **STATE:** VA
- **ZIP:** 22203

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**Chubb Producer Compensation**

**Practices & Policies**

Chubb believes that policyholders should have access to information about Chubb's practices and policies related

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| to the payment of compensation to brokers and independent agents. | You can obtain that inform ation by |
| accessing our website at <u>http://www.chubbproducercompensation.com</u> | or by calling the following toll-free |
| telephone number: |  |
| 1-866-512-2862. |  |

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ALL-20887a (09/19)

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**Important Notice:**

**The SEC Requires Proof of Your Fidelity Insurance Policy**

Your company is now required to file an electronic copy of your fidelity insurance coverage (Chubb's ICAP Bond policy) to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), accordin g to rules adopted by the SEC on June 12, 2006.

Chubb is in the process of providing your agent/broker with an electronic copy of your insurance policy as well as instructions on how to submit this proof of fidelity insurance coverage to the SEC. You can expect to receive this information from your agent/broker shortly.

The electronic copy of your policy is provided by Chubb solely as a convenience and does not affect the terms and conditions of coverage as set forth in the paper policy you receive by mail. The terms and conditions of the policy mailed to you, which are the same as those set forth in the electronic copy, constitute the entire agreement between your company and Chubb.

If you have any questions, please contact your agent or broker.

Form 14-02-12160 (ed. 7/2006)

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**Chubb Group of Insurance Companies**

202B Hall's Mill Road

Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889

NAME OF ASSURED (including its **Subsidiaries**):

HOMESTEAD FUNDS, INC. (See Endorsement)

4301 WILSON BLVD., MAS9 118

ARLINGTON, VA 222031860

**DECLARATIONS**

**FINANCIAL INSTITUTION INVESTMENT COMPANY ASSET PROTECTION BOND**

Bond Number: 82416760

**FEDERAL INSURANCE COMPANY**

Incorporated under the laws of Indiana

a stock insurance company herein called the COMPANY Capital Center, 251 North Illinois, Suite 1100 Indianapolis, IN 46204-1927

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| **ITEM 1.** | BOND PERIOD: from | 12:01 a.m. on | January 1, 2023 |  |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;to | 12:01 a.m. on | January 1, 2024 |  |
| **ITEM 2.** | LIMITS OF LIABILITY--DEDUCTIBLE AMOUNTS: | LIMITS OF LIABILITY--DEDUCTIBLE AMOUNTS: | LIMITS OF LIABILITY--DEDUCTIBLE AMOUNTS: |  |
|  | If "Not Covered" is inserted below opposite any specified INSURING CLAUSE , such INSURING CLAUSE | If "Not Covered" is inserted below opposite any specified INSURING CLAUSE , such INSURING CLAUSE | If "Not Covered" is inserted below opposite any specified INSURING CLAUSE , such INSURING CLAUSE | If "Not Covered" is inserted below opposite any specified INSURING CLAUSE , such INSURING CLAUSE |
|  | and any other reference shall be deemed to be deleted. | and any other reference shall be deemed to be deleted. | and any other reference shall be deemed to be deleted. | **There shall be no deductible applicable to** |

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**any loss under INSURING CLAUSE 1. sustained by any Investment Company.**

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|  |  | SINGLE LOSS | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;DEDUCTIBLE |
| INSURING CLAUSE | INSURING CLAUSE | LIMIT OF LIABILITY | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;AMOUNT |
| 1 . | &nbsp;&nbsp;Employee | $&nbsp;&nbsp;2500000 | $&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;25000 |
| 2 . | &nbsp;&nbsp;On Premises | $&nbsp;&nbsp;2500000 | $&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;25000 |
| 3 . | &nbsp;&nbsp;In Transit | $&nbsp;&nbsp;2500000 | $&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;25000 |
| 4 . | &nbsp;&nbsp;Forgery or Alteration | $&nbsp;&nbsp;2500000 | $&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;25000 |
| 5 . | &nbsp;&nbsp;Extended Forgery | $&nbsp;&nbsp;2500000 | $&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;25000 |
| 6 . | &nbsp;&nbsp;Counterfeit Money | $&nbsp;&nbsp;2500000 | $&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;25000 |
| 7 . | &nbsp;&nbsp;Threats to Person | $&nbsp;&nbsp;2500000 | $&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;25000 |
| 8 . | &nbsp;&nbsp;Computer System | $&nbsp;&nbsp;2500000 | $&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;25000 |
| 9 . | &nbsp;&nbsp;Voice Initiated Funds |  |  |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;Transfer Instruction | $&nbsp;&nbsp;2500000 | $&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;25000 |
| 10 . | &nbsp;&nbsp;Uncollectible Items of |  |  |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;Deposit | $&nbsp;&nbsp;2500000 | $&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;25000 |
| 11 . | &nbsp;&nbsp;Audit Expense | $&nbsp;&nbsp;100000 | $&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5000 |

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**ITEM 3.** THE LIABILITY OF THE COMPANY IS ALSO SUBJECT TO THE TERMS OF THE FOLLOWING ENDORSEMENTS EXECUTED SIMULTANEOUSLY HEREWITH:

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ICAP Bond (5-98) - Federal

Form 17-02-1421 (Ed. 5-98) Page 1 of 1

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**IN WITNESS WHEREOF, THE COMPANY** has caused this Bond to be signed by its authorized officers, but it shall not be valid unless also signed by an authorized representative of the Company.

Form 17-02-1421 (Ed. 5-98)

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|  | <br>for: |  |  | The COMPANY, in consideration of payment of the required premium, and in relianc e<br>on the APPLICATION and all other statements made and information furnis hed to the<br>COMPANY by the ASSURED, and subject to the DECLARATIONS made a part of this<br>Bond and to all other terms and conditions of this Bond, agrees to pay the ASSURED<br>|
| **Insuring Clauses** |  |  |  |  |
| Employee | 1 | . Loss resulting directly from **Larceny** or **Embezzlement** committed by any | . Loss resulting directly from **Larceny** or **Embezzlement** committed by any | . Loss resulting directly from **Larceny** or **Embezzlement** committed by any |
|  |  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Employee**, alone or in collusion with others. | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Employee**, alone or in collusion with others. |
| On Premises | 2 | . | &nbsp;&nbsp;Loss | of **Property** resulting directly from robbery, burglary, false pretenses, |
|  |  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;common law or statutory larceny, misplacement, mysterious unexplainable | &nbsp;&nbsp;common law or statutory larceny, misplacement, mysterious unexplainable |
|  |  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;disappearance, damage, destruction or removal, from the possession, custody or | &nbsp;&nbsp;disappearance, damage, destruction or removal, from the possession, custody or |
|  |  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;control of the ASSURED, while such **Property** is lodged or deposited at premises | &nbsp;&nbsp;control of the ASSURED, while such **Property** is lodged or deposited at premises |
|  |  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;located anywhere. | &nbsp;&nbsp;located anywhere. |
| In Transit | 3 | . | &nbsp;&nbsp;Loss | of **Property** resulting directly from common law or statutory larceny, |

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misplacement, mysterious unexplainable disappearance, damage or des truc tion, while the **Property** is in transit anywhere:

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a.in an armored motor vehicle, including loading and unloading thereof,

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;b.in the custody of a natural person acting as a messenger of the ASSURED,

or

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| c. | in the custody of a **Transportation Company** and being transported in a |
|  | conveyance other than an armored motor vehicle provided, however, that |
|  | covered **Property** transported in such manner is limited to the following: |
| (1) | written records, |
| (2) | securities issued in registered form, which are not endorsed or are |
|  | restrictively endorsed, or |
| (3) | negotiable instruments not payable to bearer, which are not endors ed |
|  | or are restrictively endorsed. |

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Coverage under this INSURING CLAUSE begins immediately on the receipt of such **Property** by the natural person or **Transportation Company** and ends immediately on delivery to the premises of the addressee or to any representative of the addressee located anywhere.

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**Insuring Clauses**

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(continued)

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| Forgery Or Alteration | 4 . Loss resulting directly from: | 4 . Loss resulting directly from: |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a. | **Forgery** on, or fraudulent material alteration of, any bills of exchange, |
|  |  | checks, drafts, acceptances, certificates of deposits, promissory notes, due |
|  |  | bills, money orders, orders upon public treasuries, letters of credit, other |
|  |  | written promises, orders or directions to pay sums certain in money, or |
|  |  | receipts for the withdrawal of **Property**, or |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;b. | transferring, paying or delivering any funds or other **Property**, or establishing |
|  |  | any credit or giving any value in reliance on any written instructions, advices |

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or applications directed to the ASSURED authorizing or acknowledging the transfer, payment, delivery or receipt of funds or other **Property**, which instructions, advices or applications fraudulently purport to bear the handwritten signature of any customer of the ASSURED, or shareholder or subscriber to shares of an **Investment Company**, or of any financial institution or **Employee** but which instructions, advices or applications either bear a **Forgery** or have been fraudulently materially altered without the knowledge and consent of such customer, shareholder, subscriber, financial institution or **Employee**;

excluding, however, under this INSURING CLAUSE any loss covered under INSURING CLAUSE 5. of this Bond, whether or not coverage for INSURING CLAUSE 5. is provided for in the DECLARATIONS of this Bond.

For the purpose of this INSURING CLAUSE, a mechanically reproduced facsimile signature is treated the same as a handwritten signature.

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| Extended Forgery | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5 . Loss resulting directly from the ASSURED having, in good faith, and in the | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;5 . Loss resulting directly from the ASSURED having, in good faith, and in the |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ordinary course of business, for its own account or the account of others in any | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ordinary course of business, for its own account or the account of others in any |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;capacity: |  |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a. acquired, accepted or received, sold or delivered, or given value, extended | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a. acquired, accepted or received, sold or delivered, or given value, extended |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;credit or assumed liability, in reliance on any original **Securities,** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;credit or assumed liability, in reliance on any original **Securities,** |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**documents or other written instruments which prove to:** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**documents or other written instruments which prove to:** |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1) | bear a **Forgery** or a fraudulently material alteration, |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2) | have been lost or stolen, or |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3) | **be Counterfeit, or** |

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Actual physical possession, and continued actual physical possession if tak en as collateral, of such **Securities, documents or other written instruments** by an **Employee, Custodian**, or a Federal or State chartered deposit institution of the ASSURED is a condition precedent to the ASSURED having relied on such items. Release or return of such collateral is an acknowledgment by the ASSURED that it no longer relies on such collateral.

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| **Insuring Clauses** |  |  |  |  |
| Extended Forgery |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;For the purpose of this INSURING CLAUSE, a mechanically reproduced facsimile | &nbsp;&nbsp;For the purpose of this INSURING CLAUSE, a mechanically reproduced facsimile | &nbsp;&nbsp;For the purpose of this INSURING CLAUSE, a mechanically reproduced facsimile |
| (continued) |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;signature is treated the same as a handwritten signature. | &nbsp;&nbsp;signature is treated the same as a handwritten signature. | &nbsp;&nbsp;signature is treated the same as a handwritten signature. |
| Counterfeit Money | 6 . | &nbsp;&nbsp;Loss | resulting directly | from the receipt by the ASSURED in good faith of any |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Counterfeit money.** | &nbsp;&nbsp;**Counterfeit money.** |  |
| Threats To Person | 7 . | &nbsp;&nbsp;Loss | resulting directly | from surrender of **Property** away from an office of the |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;ASSURED as a result of a threat communicated to the ASSURED to do bodily | &nbsp;&nbsp;ASSURED as a result of a threat communicated to the ASSURED to do bodily | &nbsp;&nbsp;ASSURED as a result of a threat communicated to the ASSURED to do bodily |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;harm to an **Employee** as defined in SECTION 1.e. (1), (2) and (5), a **Re la tive** or | &nbsp;&nbsp;harm to an **Employee** as defined in SECTION 1.e. (1), (2) and (5), a **Re la tive** or | &nbsp;&nbsp;harm to an **Employee** as defined in SECTION 1.e. (1), (2) and (5), a **Re la tive** or |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;invitee of such **Employee**, or a resident of the household of such **Employee**, who | &nbsp;&nbsp;invitee of such **Employee**, or a resident of the household of such **Employee**, who | &nbsp;&nbsp;invitee of such **Employee**, or a resident of the household of such **Employee**, who |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;is, or allegedly is, being held captive provided, however, that prior to the surrender | &nbsp;&nbsp;is, or allegedly is, being held captive provided, however, that prior to the surrender | &nbsp;&nbsp;is, or allegedly is, being held captive provided, however, that prior to the surrender |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;of such **Property**: | &nbsp;&nbsp;of such **Property**: |  |
|  |  | a. | the **Employee** who receives the threat has made a reasonable effort to | the **Employee** who receives the threat has made a reasonable effort to |
|  |  |  | notify an officer of the ASSURED who is not involved in such threat, and | notify an officer of the ASSURED who is not involved in such threat, and |
|  |  | b. | the ASSURED has made a reasonable effort to notify the Federal Bureau of | the ASSURED has made a reasonable effort to notify the Federal Bureau of |

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Investigation and local law enforcement authorities concerning such threat. It is agreed that for purposes of this INSURING CLAUSE, any **Employee** of the ASSURED, as set forth in the preceding paragraph, shall be deemed to be an

ASSURED hereunder, but only with respect to the surrender of money, securities and other tangible personal property in which such **Employee** has a legal or equitable interest.

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| Computer System | 8 . Loss resulting directly from fraudulent: |  |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a. | entries of data into, or |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;b. | changes of data elements or programs within, |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a **Computer System**, provided the fraudulent entry or change causes: | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a **Computer System**, provided the fraudulent entry or change causes: |

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(1) funds or other property to be transferred, paid or delivered,

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| (2) | an account of the ASSURED or of its customer to be added, deleted, |
|  | debited or credited, or |
| (3) | an unauthorized account or a fictitious account to be debited or |
|  | credited. |
| ICAP Bond (5-98) |  |
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**Insuring Clauses**

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| Voice Initiated Funds | **9 . Loss resulting directly from Voice Initiated Funds Transfer Instruction direc ted** |
| Transfer Instruction | to the ASSURED authorizing the transfer of dividends or redemption proc eeds of |
|  | **Investment Company** shares from a **Customer's** account, provided suc h **Voice** |

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|  | **Initiated Funds Transfer Instruction was:** |
| a. | received at the ASSURED'S offices by those **Employees** of the ASSURED |
|  | specifically authorized to receive the **Voice Initiated Funds Transfer** |
|  | **Instruction,** |
| b. | made by a person purporting to be a **Customer**, and |
| c. | made by said person for the purpose of causing the ASSURED or **Customer** |
|  | to sustain a loss or making an improper personal financial gain for such |

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person or any other person.

In order for coverage to apply under this INSURING CLAUSE, all **Voice Initiated Funds Transfer Instructions** must be received and processed in accordance with the Designated Procedures outlined in the APPLICATION furnished to the

COMPANY.

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| Uncollectible Items of | 10 . Loss | resulting directly from the ASSURED having credited an account of a |
| Deposit | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;customer, shareholder or subscriber on the faith of any **Items of Deposit** which | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;customer, shareholder or subscriber on the faith of any **Items of Deposit** which |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;prove to be uncollectible, provided that the crediting of such account causes: | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;prove to be uncollectible, provided that the crediting of such account causes: |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a. | redemptions or withdrawals to be permitted, |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;b. | shares to be issued, or |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;c. | dividends to be paid, |

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from an account of an **Investment Company**.

In order for coverage to apply under this INSURING CLAUSE, the ASSURED must hold **Items of Deposit** for the minimum number of days stated in the APPLICATION before permitting any redemptions or withdrawals, issuing any shares or paying any dividends with respect to such **Items of Deposit**. **Items of Deposit** shall not be deemed uncollectible until the ASSURED'S standard collection procedures have failed.

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| Audit Expense | 11 . Expense incurred by the ASSURED for that part of the cost of audits or |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;examinations required by any governmental regulatory authority or self-regulatory |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;organization to be conducted by such authority, organization or their appointee by |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;reason of the discovery of loss sustained by the ASSURED and c overed by this |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bond. |
| ICAP Bond (5-98) |  |
| Form 17-02-1421 (Ed. 5-98) Page 4 of 19 |  |

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**General Agreements**

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| Additional Companies | A. If more than one corporation, or **Investment Company**, or any combination of | A. If more than one corporation, or **Investment Company**, or any combination of |
| Included As Assured |  | them is included as the ASSURED herein: |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1) The total liability of the COMPANY under this Bond for loss or losses |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;sustained by any one or more or all of them shall not exceed the limit for |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;which the COMPANY would be liable under this Bond if all s uch los s were |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;sustained by any one of them. |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2) Only the first named ASSURED shall be deemed to be the sole agent of the |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;others for all purposes under this Bond, including but not limited to the giving |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;or receiving of any notice or proof required to be given and for the purpose of |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;effecting or accepting any amendments to or termination of this Bond. The |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;COMPANY shall furnish each **Investment Company** with a copy of the |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bond and with any amendment thereto, together with a copy of each formal |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;filing of claim by any other named ASSURED and notification of the terms of |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;the settlement of each such claim prior to the execution of such settlement. |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3) The COMPANY shall not be responsible for the proper application of any |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;payment made hereunder to the first named ASSURED. |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(4) Knowledge possessed or discovery made by any partner, director, trustee, |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;officer or supervisory employee of any ASSURED shall constitute knowledge |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;or discovery by all the ASSUREDS for the purposes of this Bond. |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(5) If the first named ASSURED ceases for any reason to be covered under this |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bond, then the ASSURED next named on the APPLICATION shall thereafter |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;be considered as the first named ASSURED for the purposes of this Bond. |
| Representation Made By | B. | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The ASSURED represents that all information it has furnished in the |
| Assured |  | APPLICATION for this Bond or otherwise is complete, true and correct. Such |
|  |  | APPLICATION and other information constitute part of this Bond. |

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The ASSURED must promptly notify the COMPANY of any change in any fac t or circumstance which materially affects the risk assumed by the COMPANY under this Bond.

Any intentional misrepresentation, omission, concealment or incorrect statement of a material fact, in the APPLICATION or otherwise, shall be grounds for recision of this Bond.

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**General Agreements**

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(continued)

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| Additional Offices Or | C. If the ASSURED, other than an **Investment Company**, while this Bond is in force, |
| Employees - Consolidation, | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;merges or consolidates with, or purchases or acquires assets or liabilities of |
| Merger Or Purchase Or | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;another institution, the ASSURED shall not have the coverage afforded under this |
| Acquisition Of Assets Or | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bond for loss which has: |

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|:---|:---|:---|
| Liabilities - Notice To | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1) | occurred or will occur on premises, or |
| Company |  |  |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2) been caused or will be caused by an employee, or | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2) been caused or will be caused by an employee, or |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3) arisen or will arise out of the assets or liabilities, | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3) arisen or will arise out of the assets or liabilities, |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;of such institution, unless the ASSURED: | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;of such institution, unless the ASSURED: |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a. | gives the COMPANY written notice of the proposed consolidation, merger or |
|  |  | purchase or acquisition of assets or liabilities prior to the proposed effec tive |
|  |  | date of such action, and |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;b. | obtains the written consent of the COMPANY to extend some or all of the |
|  |  | coverage provided by this Bond to such additional exposure, and |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;c. | on obtaining such consent, pays to the COMPANY an additional premium. |

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| Change Of Control - | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;D. When the ASSURED learns of a change in control (other than in an **Investment** |
| Notice To Company | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Company**), as set forth in Section 2(a) (9) of the Investment Company Act of |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;the ASSURED shall within sixty (60) days give written notice to the |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;COMPANY setting forth: |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1) the names of the transferors and transferees (or the names of the benefic ial |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;owners if the voting securities are registered in another name), |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2) the total number of voting securities owned by the transferors and the |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;transferees (or the beneficial owners), both immediately before and after the |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;transfer, and |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3) the total number of outstanding voting securities. |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Failure to give the required notice shall result in termination of coverage for any |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;loss involving a transferee, to be effective on the date of such change in control. |
| Court Costs And | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;E. The COMPANY will indemnify the ASSURED for court costs and reasonable |
| Attorneys' Fees | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;attorneys' fees incurred and paid by the ASSURED in defense, whether or not |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;successful, whether or not fully litigated on the merits and whether or not s ettled, |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;of any claim, suit or legal proceeding with respect to which the ASSURED would |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;be entitled to recovery under this Bond. However, with respect to INSURING |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;CLAUSE 1., this Section shall only apply in the event that: |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1) an **Employee** admits to being guilty of **Larceny or Embezzlement**, |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2) an **Employee** is adjudicated to be guilty of **Larceny or Embezzlement**, or |

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**General Agreements**

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| Court Costs And | (3) | in the absence of 1 or 2 above, an arbitration panel agrees, after a review of |
| Attorneys' Fees |  | an agreed statement of facts between the COMPANY and the ASSURED, |
| (continued) |  | that an **Employee** would be found guilty of **Larceny or Embezzlement** if |
|  |  | such **Employee** were prosecuted. |

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The ASSURED shall promptly give notice to the COMPANY of any such suit or legal proceeding and at the request of the COMPANY shall furnish copies of all pleadings and pertinent papers to the COMPANY. The COMPANY may, at its sole option, elect to conduct the defense of all or part of such legal proceeding. The defense by the COMPANY shall be in the name of the ASSURED through attorneys selected by the COMPANY. The ASSURED shall provide all reasonable information and assistance as required by the COMPANY for such defense.

If the COMPANY declines to defend the ASSURED, no settlement without the prior written consent of the COMPANY nor judgment against the ASSURED s hall determine the existence, extent or amount of coverage under this Bond.

If the amount demanded in any such suit or legal proceeding is within the DEDUCTIBLE AMOUNT, if any, the COMPANY shall have no liability for court costs and attorney's fees incurred in defending all or part of such suit or legal proceeding.

If the amount demanded in any such suit or legal proceeding is in ex c ess of the LIMIT OF LIABILITY stated in ITEM 2. of the DECLARATIONS for the applic able INSURING CLAUSE, the COMPANY'S liability for court costs and attorney's fees incurred in defending all or part of such suit or legal proceedings is limited to the proportion of such court costs and attorney's fees incurred that the LIMIT OF LIABILITY stated in ITEM 2. of the DECLARATIONS for the applicable INSURING CLAUSE bears to the total of the amount demanded in such suit or legal proceeding.

If the amount demanded is any such suit or legal proceeding is in ex cess of the

DEDUCTIBLE AMOUNT, if any, but within the LIMIT OF LIABILITY stated in ITEM

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.of the DECLARATIONS for the applicable INSURING CLAUSE, the COMPANY'S liability for court costs and attorney's fees incurred in defending all or part of such suit or legal proceedings shall be limited to the proportion of such court costs or attorney's fees that the amount demanded that would be payable under this Bond after application of the DEDUCTIBLE AMOUNT, bears to the total amount demanded.

Amounts paid by the COMPANY for court costs and attorneys' fees shall be in addition to the LIMIT OF LIABILITY stated in ITEM 2. of the DECLARATIONS.

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**Computer System** means a computer and all input, output, processing, storage, off-line media libraries, and communication facilities which are connected to the computer and which are under the control and supervis ion of the operating system(s) or application(s) software used by the ASSURED. **Counterfeit** means an imitation of an actual valid original which is intended to deceive and be taken as the original.

**Custodian** means the institution designated by an **Investment Company** to maintain possession and control of its assets.

**Customer** means an individual, corporate, partnership, trust customer, shareholder or subscriber of an **Investment Company** which has a written agreement with the ASSURED for **Voice Initiated Funds Transfer Instruction**.

**Employee** means:

(1) an officer of the ASSURED,

(2) a natural person while in the regular service of the ASSURED at any of the ASSURED'S premises and compensated directly by the ASSURED through its payroll system and subject to the United States Internal Revenue Service Form W -2 or equivalent income reporting plans of other countries, and whom the ASSURED has the right to control and direct both as to the result to be accomplished and details and means by which such result is accomplished in the performance of such service,

(3) a guest student pursuing studies or performing duties in any of the ASSURED'S premises,

(4) an attorney retained by the ASSURED and an employee of such attorney while either is performing legal services for the ASSURED,

(5) a natural person provided by an employment contractor to perform employee duties for the ASSURED under the ASSURED'S supervision at any of the ASSURED'S premises,

(6) an employee of an institution merged or consolidated with the ASSURED prior to the effective date of this Bond,

(7) a director or trustee of the ASSURED, but only while performing ac ts within the scope of the customary and usual duties of any officer or other employee of the ASSURED or while acting as a member of any committee duly elected or appointed to examine or audit or have custody of or access to **Property** of the ASSURED, or

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**Conditions and**

**Limitations**

Definitions 1 . As used in this Bond: <br> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a.

b. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;c. d. e. ICAP Bond (5-98)

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**Conditions and**

**Limitations**

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| Definitions | (8) each natural person, partnership or corporation authorized by written | (8) each natural person, partnership or corporation authorized by written |
| (continued) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;agreement with the ASSURED to perform services as electronic data | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;agreement with the ASSURED to perform services as electronic data |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;processor of checks or other accounting records related to such checks but | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;processor of checks or other accounting records related to such checks but |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;only while such person, partnership or corporation is actually performing | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;only while such person, partnership or corporation is actually performing |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;such services and not: | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;such services and not: |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a. | creating, preparing, modifying or maintaining the ASSURED'S |
|  |  | computer software or programs, or |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;b. | acting as transfer agent or in any other agency capacity in issuing |
|  |  | checks, drafts or securities for the ASSURED, |
|  | (9) any partner, officer or employee of an investment advisor, an underwriter | (9) any partner, officer or employee of an investment advisor, an underwriter |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(distributor), a transfer agent or shareholder accounting recordkeeper, or an | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(distributor), a transfer agent or shareholder accounting recordkeeper, or an |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;administrator, for an **Investment Company** while performing acts coming | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;administrator, for an **Investment Company** while performing acts coming |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;within the scope of the customary and usual duties of an officer or employ ee | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;within the scope of the customary and usual duties of an officer or employ ee |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;of an **Investment Company** or acting as a member of any committee duly | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;of an **Investment Company** or acting as a member of any committee duly |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;elected or appointed to examine, audit or have custody of or access to | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;elected or appointed to examine, audit or have custody of or access to |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Property of an Investment Company.** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Property of an Investment Company.** |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The term **Employee** shall not include any partner, officer or employ ee of a | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The term **Employee** shall not include any partner, officer or employ ee of a |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;transfer agent, shareholder accounting recordkeeper or administrator: | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;transfer agent, shareholder accounting recordkeeper or administrator: |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a. | which is not an "affiliated person" (as defined in Section 2(a) of the |
|  |  | Investment Company Act of 1940) of an **Investment Company** or of |
|  |  | the investment advisor or underwriter (distributor) of such **Investment** |
|  |  | **Company, or** |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;b. | which is a "bank" (as defined in Section 2(a) of the Investment |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;Company Act of 1940). |

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This Bond does not afford coverage in favor of the employers of persons as set forth in e. (4), (5) and (8) above, and upon pay ment to the ASSURED by the COMPANY resulting directly from **La rceny or Embezzlement** committed by any of the partners, officers or employees of such employers, whether acting alone or in collusion with others, an assignment of such of the ASSURED'S rights and causes of action as it may have against such employers by reason of s uch ac ts so committed shall, to the extent of such payment, be given by the ASSURED to the COMPANY, and the ASSURED shall execute all papers necessary to secure to the COMPANY the rights provided for herein.

Each employer of persons as set forth in e.(4), (5) and (8) above and the partners, officers and other employees of such employers shall c ollectively be deemed to be one person for all the purposes of this Bond; excepting, however, the fifth paragraph of Section 13.

Independent contractors not specified in e.(4), (5) or (8) above, intermediaries, agents, brokers or other representatives of the same general character shall not be considered **Employees**.

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**Conditions and**

**Limitations**

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| Definitions | f. | **Forgery** means the signing of the name of another natural pers on with the |
| (continued) |  | intent to deceive but does not mean a signature which consists in whole or in |
|  |  | part of one's own name, with or without authority, in any capacity for any |
|  |  | purpose. |
|  | g. | **Investment Company** means any investment company registered under the |
|  |  | Investment Company Act of 1940 and listed under the NAME OF ASSURED |
|  |  | on the DECLARATIONS. |
|  | h. | **Items of Deposit** means one or more checks or drafts drawn upon a |
|  |  | financial institution in the United States of America. |
|  | i. | **Larceny or Embezzlement** means larceny or embezzlement as defined in |
|  |  | Section 37 of the Investment Company Act of 1940. |
|  | j. | **Property** means money, revenue and other stamps; securities; including any |
|  |  | note, stock, treasury stock, bond, debenture, evidence of indebtedness, |
|  |  | certificate of deposit, certificate of interest or participation in any profit- |
|  |  | sharing agreement, collateral trust certificate, preorganization certific ate or |
|  |  | subscription, transferable share, investment contract, voting trust certificate, |
|  |  | certificate of deposit for a security, fractional undivided interest in oil, gas, or |
|  |  | other mineral rights, any interest or instruments commonly known as a |
|  |  | security under the Investment Company Act of 1940, any other certificate of |
|  |  | interest or participation in, temporary or interim certificate for, receipt for, |
|  |  | guarantee of, or warrant or right to subscribe to or purchase any of the |
|  |  | foregoing; bills of exchange; acceptances; checks; withdrawal orders; money |
|  |  | orders; travelers' letters of credit; bills of lading; abstracts of title; ins urance |
|  |  | policies, deeds, mortgages on real estate and/or upon chattels and interests |
|  |  | therein; assignments of such policies, deeds or mortgages; other valuable |
|  |  | papers, including books of accounts and other records used by the |
|  |  | ASSURED in the conduct of its business (but excluding all electronic data |
|  |  | processing records); and, all other instruments similar to or in the nature of |
|  |  | the foregoing in which the ASSURED acquired an interest at the time of the |
|  |  | ASSURED'S consolidation or merger with, or purchase of the principal |
|  |  | assets of, a predecessor or which are held by the ASSURED for any |
|  |  | purpose or in any capacity and whether so held gratuitously or not and |
|  |  | whether or not the ASSURED is liable therefor. |
|  | k. | **Relative** means the spouse of an **Employee** or partner of the ASSURED |
|  |  | and any unmarried child supported wholly by, or living in the home of, s uc h |
|  |  | **Employee** or partner and being related to them by blood, marriage or legal |
|  |  | guardianship. |
|  | l. | **Securities, documents or other written instruments means original** |
|  |  | (including original counterparts) negotiable or non-negotiable instruments, or |
|  |  | assignments thereof, which in and of themselves represent an equitable |

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interest, ownership, or debt and which are in the ordinary course of business transferable by delivery of such instruments with any necessary endorsements or assignments.

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**Conditions and**

**Limitations**

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| Definitions | m. | **Subsidiary** means any organization that, at the inception date of this Bond, |
| (continued) |  | is named in the APPLICATION or is created during the BOND PERIOD and |
|  |  | of which more than fifty percent (50%) of the outstanding securities or voting |
|  |  | rights representing the present right to vote for election of directors is owned |
|  |  | or controlled by the ASSURED either directly or through one or more of its |
|  |  | subsidiaries. |
|  | n. | **Transportation Company** means any organization which provides its own |
|  |  | or its leased vehicles for transportation or which provides freight forwarding |
|  |  | or air express services. |
|  | o. | **Voice Initiated Election** means any election concerning dividend options |
|  |  | available to **Investment Company** shareholders or subscribers which is |
|  |  | requested by voice over the telephone. |
|  | p. | **Voice Initiated Redemption** means any redemption of shares issued by an |
|  |  | **Investment Company** which is requested by voice over the telephone. |
|  | q. | **Voice Initiated Funds Transfer Instruction means any Voice Initiated** |
|  |  | **Redemption or Voice Initiated Election.** |

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For the purposes of these definitions, the singular includes the plural and the plural includes the singular, unless otherwise indicated.

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| General Exclusions - | **2 . This bond does not directly or indirectly cover:** | **2 . This bond does not directly or indirectly cover:** |
| Applicable to All Insuring | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a. | loss not reported to the COMPANY in writing within sixty (60) days after |
| Clauses |  | termination of this Bond as an entirety; |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;b. | loss due to riot or civil commotion outside the United States of America and |
|  |  | Canada, or any loss due to military, naval or usurped power, war or |
|  |  | insurrection. This Section 2.b., however, shall not apply to loss which occurs |
|  |  | in transit in the circumstances recited in INSURING CLAUSE 3., provided |
|  |  | that when such transit was initiated there was no knowledge on the part of |
|  |  | any person acting for the ASSURED of such riot, civil commotion, military, |
|  |  | naval or usurped power, war or insurrection; |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;c. | loss resulting from the effects of nuclear fission or fusion or radioactivity; |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;d. | loss of potential income including, but not limited to, interest and dividends |
|  |  | not realized by the ASSURED or by any customer of the ASSURED; |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;e. | damages of any type for which the ASSURED is legally liable, except |
|  |  | compensatory damages, but not multiples thereof, arising from a loss |
|  |  | covered under this Bond; |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;f. | costs, fees and expenses incurred by the ASSURED in establishing the |
|  |  | existence of or amount of loss under this Bond, except to the extent covered |
|  |  | under INSURING CLAUSE 11.; |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;g. | loss resulting from indirect or consequential loss of any nature; |

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**Conditions and**

**Limitations**

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| General Exclusions - | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;h. | loss resulting from dishonest acts by any member of the Board of Direc tors | loss resulting from dishonest acts by any member of the Board of Direc tors |
| Applicable to All Insuring |  |  | or Board of Trustees of the ASSURED who is not an **Employee** , acting |
| Clauses |  |  | alone or in collusion with others; |
| (continued) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;i. |  | loss, or that part of any loss, resulting solely from any violation by the |
|  |  | ASSURED or by any **Employee**: | ASSURED or by any **Employee**: |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1) of any law regulating: | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1) of any law regulating: |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a. the issuance, purchase or sale of securities, | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a. the issuance, purchase or sale of securities, |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;b. | securities transactions on security or commodity ex changes or |
|  |  |  | the over the counter market, |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;c. | investment companies, |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;d. | investment advisors, or |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2) of any rule or regulation made pursuant to any such law; or | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2) of any rule or regulation made pursuant to any such law; or |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;j. |  | loss of confidential information, material or data; |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;k. | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;loss | resulting from voice requests or instructions received over the |
|  |  | telephone, provided however, this Section 2.k. shall not apply to INSURING | telephone, provided however, this Section 2.k. shall not apply to INSURING |
|  |  |  | CLAUSE 7. or 9. |
| Specific Exclusions - | **3 . This Bond does not directly or indirectly cover:** | **3 . This Bond does not directly or indirectly cover:** | **3 . This Bond does not directly or indirectly cover:** |
| Applicable To All Insuring | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a. | loss caused by an **Employee**, provided, however, this Section 3.a. shall not | loss caused by an **Employee**, provided, however, this Section 3.a. shall not |
| Clauses Except Insuring |  | apply to loss | covered under INSURING CLAUSE 2. or 3. which results |
| Clause 1. |  | directly from | misplacement, mysterious unexplainable disappearance, or |
|  |  | damage or destruction of **Property**; | damage or destruction of **Property**; |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;b. | loss through the surrender of property away from premises of the ASSURED | loss through the surrender of property away from premises of the ASSURED |
|  |  |  | as a result of a threat: |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1) | to do bodily harm to any natural person, except loss of **Property** in |
|  |  |  | transit in the custody of any person acting as messenger of the |
|  |  |  | ASSURED, provided that when such transit was initiated there was no |
|  |  |  | knowledge by the ASSURED of any such threat, and provided further |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;that this Section 3.b. shall not apply to INSURING CLAUSE 7., or | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;that this Section 3.b. shall not apply to INSURING CLAUSE 7., or |
|  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2) to do damage to the premises or **Property** of the ASSURED; | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2) to do damage to the premises or **Property** of the ASSURED; |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;c. | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;loss | resulting from payments made or withdrawals from any account |
|  |  |  | involving erroneous credits to such account; |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;d. | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;loss | involving **Items of Deposit** which are not finally paid for any reason |
|  |  |  | provided however, that this Section 3.d. shall not apply to INSURING |
|  |  | CLAUSE 10.; |  |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;e. |  | loss of property while in the mail; |

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**Conditions and**

**Limitations**

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| Specific Exclusions - | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;f. | loss resulting from the failure for any reason of a financial or depository |
| Applicable To All Insuring |  | institution, its receiver or other liquidator to pay or deliver funds or other |
| Clauses Except Insuring |  | **Property** to the ASSURED provided further that this Section 3.f. shall not |
| Clause 1. |  | apply to loss of **Property** resulting directly from robbery, burglary, |
| (continued) |  | misplacement, mysterious unexplainable disappearance, damage, |
|  |  | destruction or removal from the possession, custody or control of the |
|  |  | ASSURED. |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;g. | loss of **Property** while in the custody of a **Transportation Company**, |
|  |  | provided however, that this Section 3.g. shall not apply to INSURING |
|  |  | CLAUSE 3.; |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;h. | loss resulting from entries or changes made by a natural person with |
|  |  | authorized access to a **Computer System** who acts in good faith on |
|  |  | instructions, unless such instructions are given to that person by a s oftware |
|  |  | contractor or its partner, officer, or employee authorized by the ASSURED to |
|  |  | design, develop, prepare, supply, service, write or implement programs for |
|  |  | the ASSURED's **Computer System**; or |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;i. | loss resulting directly or indirectly from the input of data into a **Computer** |
|  |  | **System** terminal, either on the premises of the customer of the ASSURED |
|  |  | or under the control of such a customer, by a customer or other person who |
|  |  | had authorized access to the customer's authentication mechanism. |
| Specific Exclusions - | **4 . This bond does not directly or indirectly cover:** | **4 . This bond does not directly or indirectly cover:** |
| Applicable To All Insuring | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a. | loss resulting from the complete or partial non-payment of or default on any |
| Clauses Except Insuring |  | loan whether such loan was procured in good faith or through trick, artifice, |
| Clauses 1., 4., And 5. |  | fraud or false pretenses; provided, however, this Section 4.a. shall not apply |
|  |  | to INSURING CLAUSE 8.; |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;b. | loss resulting from forgery or any alteration; |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;c. | loss involving a counterfeit provided, however, this Section 4.c. shall not |
|  |  | apply to INSURING CLAUSE 5. or 6. |
| Limit Of Liability/Non- | 5 . At all times prior to termination of this Bond, this Bond shall continue in forc e for | 5 . At all times prior to termination of this Bond, this Bond shall continue in forc e for |
| Reduction And Non- | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;the limit stated in the applicable sections of ITEM 2. of the DECLARATIONS, | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;the limit stated in the applicable sections of ITEM 2. of the DECLARATIONS, |
| Accumulation Of Liability | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;notwithstanding any previous loss for which the COMPANY may have paid or be | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;notwithstanding any previous loss for which the COMPANY may have paid or be |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;liable to pay under this Bond provided, however, that the liability of the COMPANY | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;liable to pay under this Bond provided, however, that the liability of the COMPANY |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;under this Bond with respect to all loss resulting from: | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;under this Bond with respect to all loss resulting from: |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a. | any one act of burglary, robbery or hold-up, or attempt thereat, in whic h no |
|  |  | **Employee** is concerned or implicated, or |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;b. | any one unintentional or negligent act on the part of any one person |
|  |  | resulting in damage to or destruction or misplacement of **Property**, or |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;c. | all acts, other than those specified in a. above, of any one person, or |

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**Conditions and**

**Limitations**

Limit Of Liability/Non- Reduction And Non- Accumulation Of Liability (continued)

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d.any one casualty or event other than those specified in a., b., or c. above, shall be deemed to be one loss and shall be limited to the applic able LIMIT OF LIABILITY stated in ITEM 2. of the DECLARATIONS of this Bond irrespective of the total amount of such loss or losses and shall not be cumulative in amounts from year to year or from period to period.

All acts, as specified in c. above, of any one person which

i.directly or indirectly aid in any way wrongful acts of any other person or persons, or

ii.permit the continuation of wrongful acts of any other person or persons whether such acts are committed with or without the knowledge of the wrongful acts of the person so aided, and whether such acts are committed with or without the intent to aid such other person, shall be deemed to be one loss with the wrongful acts of all persons so aided.

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| Discovery | 6 . This Bond applies only to loss first discovered by an officer of the ASSURED | 6 . This Bond applies only to loss first discovered by an officer of the ASSURED |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;during the BOND PERIOD. Discovery occurs at the earlier of an officer of the | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;during the BOND PERIOD. Discovery occurs at the earlier of an officer of the |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ASSURED being aware of: | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ASSURED being aware of: |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a. | facts which may subsequently result in a loss of a type covered by this Bond, |
|  |  | or |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;b. | an actual or potential claim in which it is alleged that the ASSURED is liable |
|  |  | to a third party, |

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regardless of when the act or acts causing or contributing to such loss oc curred, even though the amount of loss does not exceed the applicable DEDUCTIBLE AMOUNT, or the exact amount or details of loss may not then be known.

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| Notice To Company - | 7 . a. | The ASSURED shall give the COMPANY notice thereof at the earliest |
| Proof - Legal Proceedings |  | practicable moment, not to exceed sixty (60) days after discovery of los s , in |
| Against Company |  | an amount that is in excess of 50% of the applicable DEDUCTIBLE |
|  |  | AMOUNT, as stated in ITEM 2. of the DECLARATIONS. |
|  | b. | The ASSURED shall furnish to the COMPANY proof of loss, duly s worn to, |
|  |  | with full particulars within six (6) months after such discovery. |
|  | c. | Securities listed in a proof of loss shall be identified by certificate or bond |
|  |  | numbers, if issued with them. |
|  | d. | Legal proceedings for the recovery of any loss under this Bond shall not be |
|  |  | brought prior to the expiration of sixty (60) days after the proof of loss is filed |
|  |  | with the COMPANY or after the expiration of twenty - four (24) months from |
|  |  | the discovery of such loss. |
|  | e. | This Bond affords coverage only in favor of the ASSURED. No c laim, s uit, |
|  |  | action or legal proceedings shall be brought under this Bond by anyone |
|  |  | other than the ASSURED. |

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**Conditions and**

**Limitations**

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| Notice To Company - | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;f. | **Proof of loss involving Voice Initiated Funds Transfer Instruction shall** |
| Proof - Legal Proceedings |  | include electronic recordings of such instructions. |
| Against Company |  |  |
| (continued) |  |  |
| Deductible Amount | 8 . The COMPANY shall not be liable under any INSURING CLAUSES of this Bond | 8 . The COMPANY shall not be liable under any INSURING CLAUSES of this Bond |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;on account of loss unless the amount of such loss, after deducting the net amount | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;on account of loss unless the amount of such loss, after deducting the net amount |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;of all reimbursement and/or recovery obtained or made by the ASSURED, other | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;of all reimbursement and/or recovery obtained or made by the ASSURED, other |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;than from any Bond or policy of insurance issued by an insurance c ompany and | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;than from any Bond or policy of insurance issued by an insurance c ompany and |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;covering such loss, or by the COMPANY on account thereof prior to pay ment by | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;covering such loss, or by the COMPANY on account thereof prior to pay ment by |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;the COMPANY of such loss, shall exceed the DEDUCTIBLE AMOUNT set forth in | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;the COMPANY of such loss, shall exceed the DEDUCTIBLE AMOUNT set forth in |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ITEM 3. of the DECLARATIONS, and then for such excess only, but in no event | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ITEM 3. of the DECLARATIONS, and then for such excess only, but in no event |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;for more than the applicable LIMITS OF LIABILITY stated in ITEM 2. of the | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;for more than the applicable LIMITS OF LIABILITY stated in ITEM 2. of the |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;DECLARATIONS. | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;DECLARATIONS. |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;There shall be no deductible applicable to any loss under INSURING CLAUSE 1 . | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;There shall be no deductible applicable to any loss under INSURING CLAUSE 1 . |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;sustained by any **Investment Company**. | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;sustained by any **Investment Company**. |
| Valuation | **9 . BOOKS OF ACCOUNT OR OTHER RECORDS** | **9 . BOOKS OF ACCOUNT OR OTHER RECORDS** |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The value of any loss of **Property** consisting of books of account or other rec ords | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The value of any loss of **Property** consisting of books of account or other rec ords |

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used by the ASSURED in the conduct of its business shall be the amount paid by the ASSURED for blank books, blank pages, or other materials which replace the lost books of account or other records, plus the cost of labor paid by the ASSURED for the actual transcription or copying of data to reproduce such book s of account or other records.

The value of any loss of **Property** other than books of account or other records used by the ASSURED in the conduct of its business, for which a c laim is made shall be determined by the average market value of such **Property** on the business day immediately preceding discovery of such loss provided, however, that the value of any **Property** replaced by the ASSURED with the consent of the

COMPANY and prior to the settlement of any claim for such **Property** shall be the actual market value at the time of replacement.

In the case of a loss of interim certificates, warrants, rights or other securities, the production of which is necessary to the exercise of subscription, conversion, redemption or deposit privileges, the value of them shall be the market value of such privileges immediately preceding their expiration if said loss is not discovered until after their expiration. If no market price is quoted for such **Property** or for such privileges, the value shall be fixed by agreement between the parties.

**OTHER PROPERTY**

The value of any loss of **Property**, other than as stated above, shall be the ac tual cash value or the cost of repairing or replacing such **Property** with **Property** of like quality and value, whichever is less.

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**Conditions and**

**Limitations**

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(continued)

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| Securities Settlement | 10 . In the event of a loss of securities covered under this Bond, the COMPANY may , | 10 . In the event of a loss of securities covered under this Bond, the COMPANY may , |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;at its sole discretion, purchase replacement securities, tender the value of the | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;at its sole discretion, purchase replacement securities, tender the value of the |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;securities in money, or issue its indemnity to effect replacement securities. | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;securities in money, or issue its indemnity to effect replacement securities. |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The indemnity required from the ASSURED under the terms of this Section | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The indemnity required from the ASSURED under the terms of this Section |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;against all loss, cost or expense arising from the replacement of securities by the | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;against all loss, cost or expense arising from the replacement of securities by the |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;COMPANY'S indemnity shall be: | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;COMPANY'S indemnity shall be: |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a. | for securities having a value less than or equal to the applicable |
|  |  | DEDUCTIBLE AMOUNT - one hundred (100%) percent; |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;b. | for securities having a value in excess of the DEDUCTIBLE AMOUNT but |
|  |  | within the applicable LIMIT OF LIABILITY - the percentage that the |
|  |  | DEDUCTIBLE AMOUNT bears to the value of the securities; |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;c. | for securities having a value greater than the applicable LIMIT OF LIABILITY |
|  |  | - the percentage that the DEDUCTIBLE AMOUNT and portion in ex c ess of |
|  |  | the applicable LIMIT OF LIABILITY bears to the value of the securities. |

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The value referred to in Section 10.a., b., and c. is the value in acc ordance with

Section 9, Valuation, regardless of the value of such securities at the time the los s under the COMPANY'S indemnity is sustained.

The COMPANY is not required to issue its indemnity for any portion of a los s of securities which is not covered by this Bond; however, the COMPANY may do s o as a courtesy to the ASSURED and at its sole discretion.

The ASSURED shall pay the proportion of the Company's premium charge for the Company's indemnity as set forth in Section 10.a., b., and c. No portion of the LIMIT OF LIABILITY shall be used as payment of premium for any indemnity purchased by the ASSURED to obtain replacement securities.

Subrogation - Assignment – 11. In the event of a payment under this Bond, the COMPANY shall be subrogated to

Recoveryall of the ASSURED'S rights of recovery against any person or entity to the extent of such payment. On request, the ASSURED shall deliver to the COMPANY an assignment of the ASSURED'S rights, title and interest and causes of action against any person or entity to the extent of such payment.

Recoveries, whether effected by the COMPANY or by the ASSURED, shall be applied net of the expense of such recovery in the following order:

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a.first, to the satisfaction of the ASSURED'S loss which would otherwise have been paid but for the fact that it is in excess of the applicable LIMIT OF

LIABILITY,

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;b.second, to the COMPANY in satisfaction of amounts paid in s ettlement of the ASSURED'S claim,

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;c.third, to the ASSURED in satisfaction of the applicable DEDUCTIBLE AMOUNT, and

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**Conditions and**

**Limitations**

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| Subrogation - Assignment – | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;d. | fourth, to the ASSURED in satisfaction of any loss suffered by the |
| Recovery |  | ASSURED which was not covered under this Bond. |
| (continued) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Recovery from reinsurance or indemnity of the COMPANY shall not be deemed a | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Recovery from reinsurance or indemnity of the COMPANY shall not be deemed a |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;recovery under this section. | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;recovery under this section. |
| Cooperation Of Assured | 12 . At the COMPANY'S request and at reasonable times and plac es des ignated by | 12 . At the COMPANY'S request and at reasonable times and plac es des ignated by |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;the COMPANY, the ASSURED shall: | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;the COMPANY, the ASSURED shall: |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a. | submit to examination by the COMPANY and subscribe to the s a me under |
|  |  | oath, |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;b. | produce for the COMPANY'S examination all pertinent records, and |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;c. | cooperate with the COMPANY in all matters pertaining to the loss. |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The ASSURED shall execute all papers and render assistance to secure to the | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The ASSURED shall execute all papers and render assistance to secure to the |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;COMPANY the rights and causes of action provided for under this Bond. The | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;COMPANY the rights and causes of action provided for under this Bond. The |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ASSURED shall do nothing after loss to prejudice such rights or causes of action. | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ASSURED shall do nothing after loss to prejudice such rights or causes of action. |
| Termination | 13 . If the Bond is for a sole ASSURED, it shall not be terminated unless written notic e | 13 . If the Bond is for a sole ASSURED, it shall not be terminated unless written notic e |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;shall | have been given by the acting party to the affected party and to the |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Securities and Exchange Commission, Washington, D.C., not less than sixty (60) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Securities and Exchange Commission, Washington, D.C., not less than sixty (60) |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;days prior to the effective date of such termination. | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;days prior to the effective date of such termination. |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;If the Bond is for a joint ASSURED, it shall not be terminated unless written notic e | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;If the Bond is for a joint ASSURED, it shall not be terminated unless written notic e |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;shall have been given by the acting party to the affected party, and by the | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;shall have been given by the acting party to the affected party, and by the |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;COMPANY to all ASSURED **Investment Companies** and to the Sec urities and | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;COMPANY to all ASSURED **Investment Companies** and to the Sec urities and |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Exchange Commission, Washington, D.C., not less than sixty (60) day s prior to | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Exchange Commission, Washington, D.C., not less than sixty (60) day s prior to |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;the effective date of such termination. | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;the effective date of such termination. |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;This Bond will terminate as to any one ASSURED, other than an **Investment** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;This Bond will terminate as to any one ASSURED, other than an **Investment** |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Company:** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**Company:** |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a. | immediately on the taking over of such ASSURED by a receiver or other |
|  |  | liquidator or by State or Federal officials, or |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;b. | immediately on the filing of a petition under any State or Federal statute |
|  |  | relative to bankruptcy or reorganization of the ASSURED, or assignment for |
|  |  | the benefit of creditors of the ASSURED, or |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;c. | immediately upon such ASSURED ceasing to exist, whether through merger |
|  |  | into another entity, disposition of all of its assets or otherwise. |

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The COMPANY shall refund the unearned premium computed at short rates in accordance with the standard short rate cancellation tables if terminated by the ASSURED or pro rata if terminated for any other reason.

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**Conditions and**

**Limitations**

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| Termination | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;If any partner, director, trustee, or officer or supervisory employee of an | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;If any partner, director, trustee, or officer or supervisory employee of an |
| (continued) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ASSURED not acting in collusion with an **Employee** learns of any dis hones t ac t | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ASSURED not acting in collusion with an **Employee** learns of any dis hones t ac t |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;committed by such **Employee** at any time, whether in the employment of the | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;committed by such **Employee** at any time, whether in the employment of the |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ASSURED or otherwise, whether or not such act is of the type covered under this | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ASSURED or otherwise, whether or not such act is of the type covered under this |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bond, and whether against the ASSURED or any other person or entity, the | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bond, and whether against the ASSURED or any other person or entity, the |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ASSURED: | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ASSURED: |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a. | shall immediately remove such **Employee** from a position that would enable |
|  |  | such **Employee** to cause the ASSURED to suffer a loss covered by this |
|  |  | Bond; and |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;b. | within forty-eight (48) hours of learning that an **Employee** has committed |
|  |  | any dishonest act, shall notify the COMPANY, of such action and provide full |
|  |  | particulars of such dishonest act. |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The COMPANY may terminate coverage as respects any **Employee** sixty (60) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The COMPANY may terminate coverage as respects any **Employee** sixty (60) |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;days after written notice is received by each ASSURED **Investment Company** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;days after written notice is received by each ASSURED **Investment Company** |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;and the Securities and Exchange Commission, Washington, D.C. of its des ire to | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;and the Securities and Exchange Commission, Washington, D.C. of its des ire to |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;terminate this Bond as to such **Employee**. | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;terminate this Bond as to such **Employee**. |
| Other Insurance | 14 . Coverage under this Bond shall apply only as excess over any valid and collectible | 14 . Coverage under this Bond shall apply only as excess over any valid and collectible |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;insurance, indemnity or suretyship obtained by or on behalf of: | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;insurance, indemnity or suretyship obtained by or on behalf of: |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a. | the ASSURED, |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;b. | **a Transportation Company, or** |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;c. | another entity on whose premises the loss occurred or which employed the |
|  |  | person causing the loss or engaged the messenger conveying the **Property** |
|  |  | involved. |
| Conformity | 15 . If any limitation within this Bond is prohibited by any law controlling this B ond's | 15 . If any limitation within this Bond is prohibited by any law controlling this B ond's |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;construction, such limitation shall be deemed to be amended so as to equal the | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;construction, such limitation shall be deemed to be amended so as to equal the |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;minimum period of limitation provided by such law. | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;minimum period of limitation provided by such law. |
| Change or Modification | 16 . This Bond or any instrument amending or affecting this Bond may not be changed | 16 . This Bond or any instrument amending or affecting this Bond may not be changed |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;or modified orally. No change in or modification of this Bond shall be effective | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;or modified orally. No change in or modification of this Bond shall be effective |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;except when made by written endorsement to this Bond signed by an authorized | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;except when made by written endorsement to this Bond signed by an authorized |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;representative of the COMPANY. | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;representative of the COMPANY. |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;If this Bond is for a sole ASSURED, no change or modification which would | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;If this Bond is for a sole ASSURED, no change or modification which would |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;adversely affect the rights of the ASSURED shall be effective prior to sixty (60) | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;adversely affect the rights of the ASSURED shall be effective prior to sixty (60) |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;days | after written notice has been furnished to the Securities and Exchange |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Commission, Washington, D.C., by the acting party. | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Commission, Washington, D.C., by the acting party. |

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**Conditions And**

**Limitations**

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| Change or Modification | If this Bond is for a joint ASSURED, no charge or modification which would |
| (continued) | adversely affect the rights of the ASSURED shall be effective prior to sixty (60) |
|  | days after written notice has been furnished to all insured **Investment Companies** |
|  | and to the Securities and Exchange Commission, Washington, D.C., by the |
|  | COMPANY. |

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**FEDERAL INSURANCE COMPANY**

Endorsement No. 1

Bond Number: 82416760

NAME OF ASSURED: HOMESTEAD FUNDS, INC. (See Endorsement)

**REVISE ITEM 2. ENDORSEMENT**

It is agreed that this Bond is amended by deleting ITEM 2. in its entirety on the DECLARATIONS and

substituting the following:

**ITEM 2.** LIMITS OF LIABILITY-DEDUCTIBLE AMOUNTS:

If "Not Covered" is inserted below opposite any specified INSURING CLAUSE, such INSURING CLAUSE and any other reference to such INSURING CLAUSE in this Bond shall be deemed to be deleted. **There shall be no deductible applicable to any loss under INSURING CLAUSE 1**

**sustained by any Investment Company.**

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|:---|:---|:---|:---|:---|
|  |  |  |  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;DEDUCTIBLE |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;INSURING CLAUSE | &nbsp;&nbsp;INSURING CLAUSE | &nbsp;&nbsp;INSURING CLAUSE |  |  |
| 1 | . | &nbsp;&nbsp;Employee | $2500000 | $0 |
| 2 | . | &nbsp;&nbsp;On Premises | $2500000 | $25000 |
| 3 | . | &nbsp;&nbsp;In Transit | $2500000 | $25000 |
| 4 | . | &nbsp;&nbsp;Forgery or Alteration | $2500000 | $25000 |
| 5 | . | &nbsp;&nbsp;Extended Forgery | $2500000 | $25000 |
| 6 | . | &nbsp;&nbsp;Counterfeit Money | $2500000 | $25000 |
| 7 | . | &nbsp;&nbsp;Threats to Person | $2500000 | $25000 |
| 8 | . | &nbsp;&nbsp;Computer System | $2500000 | $25000 |
| 9 | . Voice Initiated Funds Transfer Instruction | . Voice Initiated Funds Transfer Instruction | $2500000 | $25000 |
| 10 | . | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Uncollectible Items of Deposit | $2500000 | $25000 |
| 11 | . | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Audit Expense | $100000 | $5000 |
| 12 | . | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Telefacsimile Instruction | $2500000 | $25000 |
| 13 | . | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Unauthorized Signature | $2500000 | $25000 |
| 14 | . | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Stop Payment | $100000 | $5000 |
| 15 | . | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Fraudulent Transfer Instruction | $2500000 | $25000 |

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This Endorsement applies to loss discovered after 12:01 a.m. on January 1, 2023.

ALL OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS BOND REMAIN UNCHANGED.

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ICAP Bond

Form 17-02-1582 (Ed. 5-98)

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**FEDERAL INSURANCE COMPANY**

Endorsement No.: 2

Bond Number: 82416760

NAME OF ASSURED: HOMESTEAD FUNDS, INC.

(See Endorsement)

**TELEFACSIMILE INSTRUCTION FRAUD ENDORSEMENT**

It is agreed that this Bond is amended as follows:

1 . By adding the following INSURING CLAUSE:

12 . Telefacsimile Instruction

Loss resulting directly from the ASSURED having transferred, paid or delivered any funds or other **Property** or established any credit, debited any account or given any value on the faith of any fraudulent instructions sent by a **Customer**, financial institution or another office of the ASSURED by **Telefacsimile** directly to the ASSURED authorizing or acknowledging the transfer, payment or delivery of funds or **Property** or the establishment of a credit or the debiting of an account or the giving of

value by the ASSURED where such **Telefacsimile** instructions:

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|:---|:---|:---|
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a. | bear a valid test key exchanged between the ASSURED and a **Customer** or |
|  |  | another financial institution with authority to use such test key for |
|  |  | **Telefacsimile** instructions in the ordinary course of business, but which test |
|  |  | key has been wrongfully obtained by a person who was not authorized to |
|  |  | initiate, make, validate or authenticate a test key arrangement, and |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;b. | fraudulently purport to have been sent by such **Customer** or financial |
|  |  | institution when such **Telefacsimile** instructions were transmitted without |
|  |  | the knowledge or consent of such **Customer** or financial institution by a |
|  |  | person other than such **Customer** or financial institution and which bear a |
|  |  | **Forgery** of a signature, provided that the **Telefacsimile** instruction was |
|  |  | verified by a direct call back to an employee of the financial institution, or a |
|  |  | person thought by the ASSURED to be the **Customer**, or an employee of |
|  |  | another financial institution. |
| 2 . | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;By | deleting from Section 1., Definitions, the definition of **Customer** in its entirety, and |

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&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;d.**Customer** means an individual, corporate, partnership, trust customer, shareholder or subscriber of an Investment Company which has a written agreement with the ASSURED for **Voice Initiated Funds Transfer Instruction** or **Telefacsimile** Instruction.

3 . By adding to Section 1., Definitions, the following:

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;r.**Telefacsimile** means a system of transmitting written documents by electronic signals over telephone lines to equipment maintained by the ASSURED for the purpose of reproducing a copy of said document. **Telefacsimile** does not mean electronic communication sent by Telex or similar means of communication, or through an electronic communication system or through an automated clearing house.

4 . By adding to Section 3., Specific Exclusions Applicable to All Insuring Clauses Except Insuring Clause 1. the following:

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;j.loss resulting directly or indirectly from **Telefacsimile** instructions provided, however, this exclusion shall not apply to this INSURING CLAUSE.

This Endorsement applies to loss discovered after 12:01 a.m. on January 1, 2023.

ALL OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS BOND REMAIN UNCHANGED.

Date: January 31, 2023

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Form 17-02-2367 (Rev. 10-03)

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|  | **FEDERAL INSURANCE COMPANY** | **FEDERAL INSURANCE COMPANY** |
|  |  | Endorsement No.: 3 |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bond Number: | 82416760 |
| NAME OF ASSURED: | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;HOMESTEAD FUNDS, INC. |  |
|  | (See Endorsement) |  |
|  | **UNAUTHORIZED SIGNATURE ENDORSEMENT** |  |
| It is agreed that this Bond is amended as follows: | It is agreed that this Bond is amended as follows: |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1 . By adding the following INSURING CLAUSE: | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1 . By adding the following INSURING CLAUSE: |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;13 . Unauthorized Signature | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;13 . Unauthorized Signature |  |
|  | Loss resulting directly from the ASSURED having accepted, paid or cashed any check or | Loss resulting directly from the ASSURED having accepted, paid or cashed any check or |
|  | **Withdrawal Order** made or drawn on or against the account of the ASSURED'S | **Withdrawal Order** made or drawn on or against the account of the ASSURED'S |
|  | customer which bears the signature or endorsement of one other than a person whose | customer which bears the signature or endorsement of one other than a person whose |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;name and signature is on file with the ASSURED as a signatory on such account. | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;name and signature is on file with the ASSURED as a signatory on such account. |  |
|  | It shall be a condition precedent to the ASSURED'S right of recovery under this INSURING | It shall be a condition precedent to the ASSURED'S right of recovery under this INSURING |
|  | CLAUSE that the ASSURED shall have on file signatures of all the persons who are | CLAUSE that the ASSURED shall have on file signatures of all the persons who are |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;signatories on such account. | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;signatories on such account. |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2 . By adding to Section 1., Definitions, the following: | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2 . By adding to Section 1., Definitions, the following: |  |
| s. | **Instruction** means a written order to the issuer of an **Uncertificated Security** requesting | **Instruction** means a written order to the issuer of an **Uncertificated Security** requesting |
|  | that the transfer, pledge or release from pledge of the specified **Uncertificated Security** | that the transfer, pledge or release from pledge of the specified **Uncertificated Security** |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;be registered. | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;be registered. |  |
| t. | **Uncertificated Security** means a share, participation or other interest in property of or an | **Uncertificated Security** means a share, participation or other interest in property of or an |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;enterprise of the issuer or an obligation of the issuer, which is: | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;enterprise of the issuer or an obligation of the issuer, which is: |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1) | not represented by an instrument and the transfer of which is registered on books | not represented by an instrument and the transfer of which is registered on books |
|  | maintained for that purpose by or on behalf of the issuer, and |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2) of a type commonly dealt in on securities exchanges or markets, and | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2) of a type commonly dealt in on securities exchanges or markets, and |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3) | either one of a class or series or by its terms divisible into a class or series of | either one of a class or series or by its terms divisible into a class or series of |
|  | shares, participations, interests or obligations. |  |

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&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;u. **Withdrawal Order** means a non-negotiable instrument, other than an **Instruction**, signed by a customer of the ASSURED authorizing the ASSURED to debit the customer's account in the amount of funds stated therein.

This Endorsement applies to loss discovered after 12:01 a.m. on January 1, 2023.

ALL OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS BOND REMAIN UNCHANGED.

Date: January 31, 2023

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|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**FEDERAL INSURANCE COMPANY** |  |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Endorsement No.: | 4 |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bond Number: | 82416760 |
| NAME OF ASSURED: | HOMESTEAD FUNDS, INC. |  |

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(See Endorsement)

**STOP PAYMENT ORDER OR REFUSAL TO PAY CHECK ENDORSEMENT**

It is agreed that this Bond is amended as follows:

1 . By adding the following INSURING CLAUSE:

"14 . Stop Payment Order or Refusal to Pay Check

Loss resulting directly from the ASSURED being legally liable to pay compensatory

damages for:

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a.complying or failing to comply with notice from any customer of the ASSURED or

any authorized representative of such customer, to stop payment on any check or <br> draft made or drawn upon or against the ASSURED by such customer or by any

authorized representative of such customer, or

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;b.refusing to pay any check or draft made or drawn upon or against the ASSURED by

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|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;any | customer of the ASSURED or by any authorized representative of such |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;customer." | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;customer." |
| 2 . | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;By adding the following Specific Exclusion: | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;By adding the following Specific Exclusion: |
|  |  | "Section 4.A. Specific Exclusions – Applicable to INSURING CLAUSE 14 |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**This Bond does not directly or indirectly cover:** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**This Bond does not directly or indirectly cover:** |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;a. | liability assumed by the ASSURED by agreement under any contract, unless such liability |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;would have attached to the ASSURED even in the absence of such agreement, | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;would have attached to the ASSURED even in the absence of such agreement, |

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&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;b.loss arising out of:

(1) libel, slander, wrongful entry, eviction, defamation, false arrest, false imprisonment, malicious prosecution, assault or battery,

(2) sickness, disease, physical bodily harm, mental or emotional distress or anguish, or death of any person, or

(3) discrimination."

This Endorsement applies to loss discovered after 12:01 a.m. on January 1, 2023.

ALL OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS BOND REMAIN UNCHANGED.

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Authorized Representative

ICAP Bond

Form 17-02-2365 (Ed. 10-00)

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|  |  |  | **ENDORSEMENT/RIDER** |
| Effective date of | Effective date of |  |  |
| this endorsement/rider: January 1, 2023 | this endorsement/rider: January 1, 2023 | FEDERAL INSURANCE COMPANY |  |
|  |  | Endorsement/Rider No. | 5 |
|  |  | To be attached to and |  |
|  |  | form a part of Bond No. | 82416760 |
| Issued to: | HOMESTEAD FUNDS, INC. |  |  |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(See Endorsement) |  |  |

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FRAUDULENT TRANSFER INSTRUCTIONS ENDORSEMENT

(For use with the ICAP bond)

In consideration of the premium charged, it is agreed that this bond is amended as follows: (1) The following Insuring Clause is added:

FRAUDULENT TRANSFER INSTRUCTIONS

Loss resulting directly from the ASSURED having, in good faith, transferred money on deposit in a **Customer's** account, or a **Customer's Certificated Security** or **Uncertificated Security**, in reliance upon a fraudulent instruction transmitted to the ASSURED via telefacsimile, telephone or electronic mail ; provided,

however, that:

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;A.the fraudulent instruction purports, and reasonably appears, to have originated from:

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;i.such **Customer**, or

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ii.an **Employee** acting on instructions of such **Customer**, or

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|  | iii. | another financial institution acting on behalf of such **Customer** with authority to make such |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;instructions; and |  |
| B. | the sender of the fraudulent instruction verified the instruction with the password, PIN, or other s ec urity | the sender of the fraudulent instruction verified the instruction with the password, PIN, or other s ec urity |
|  | code of such **Customer**; and | code of such **Customer**; and |
| C. | the sender was not, in fact, such **Customer**, was not authorized to act on behalf of such **Custome r**, and | the sender was not, in fact, such **Customer**, was not authorized to act on behalf of such **Custome r**, and |
|  | was not an **Employee**; and |  |
| D. | the instruction was received by an **Employee** specifically authorized by the ASSURED to receive and ac t | the instruction was received by an **Employee** specifically authorized by the ASSURED to receive and ac t |
|  | upon such instructions; and |  |
| E. | for any transfer exceeding the amount set forth in paragraph (8) of this endorsement, the ASSURED | for any transfer exceeding the amount set forth in paragraph (8) of this endorsement, the ASSURED |
|  | verified the instructions via a c all back to a predetermined telephone number set forth in the ASSURED's | verified the instructions via a c all back to a predetermined telephone number set forth in the ASSURED's |
|  | written agreement with such **Customer** or other verification procedure approved in writing by the | written agreement with such **Customer** or other verification procedure approved in writing by the |
|  | COMPANY; and |  |
| F. | the ASSURED preserved a contemporaneous record of the call back, if any, and the ins truc tion which | the ASSURED preserved a contemporaneous record of the call back, if any, and the ins truc tion which |
|  | verifies use of the authorized password, PIN or other security code of the **Customer**. | verifies use of the authorized password, PIN or other security code of the **Customer**. |
| (2) | For the purposes of the coverage afforded by this endorsement, the following terms shall have the following | For the purposes of the coverage afforded by this endorsement, the following terms shall have the following |

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meanings:

**Certificated Security** means a share, participation or other interest in property of, or an enterpris e of, the issuer or an obligation of the issuer, which is:

(1) represented by an instrument issued in bearer or registered form, and

(2) of a type commonly dealt in on securities exchanges or markets or commonly recognized in any area in which it is issued or dealt in as a medium for investment, and

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| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3) | either one of a class or series or by its terms divisible into a class or series of shares, participations, |
|  | interests or obligations. |
|  | **Customer** means any individual, corporate partnership, proprietor, trust customer, shareholder or subscriber |
|  | of an **Investment Company** which has a written agreement with the ASSURED authorizing the ASSURED to |
|  | transfer **Money** on deposit in an account or **Certificated Security** or **Uncertificated Security** in relianc e |
|  | upon instructions transmitted to the ASSURED via telefacsimile, telephone or electronic mail to transmit the |
|  | fraudulent instruction. |
|  | **Uncertificated Security** means a share, participation or other interest in property of or an enterpris e of the |
|  | issuer or an obligation of the issuer, which is: |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(1) | not represented by an instrument and the transfer of which is registered on books maintained for that |
|  | purpose by or on behalf of the issuer, and |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2) of a type commonly dealt in on securities exchanges or markets, and | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(2) of a type commonly dealt in on securities exchanges or markets, and |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(3) | either one of a class or series or by its terms divisible into a class or series of shares, participations, |
|  | interests or obligations. |
| (3) | It shall be a condition precedent to coverage under this Insuring Clause that the ASSURED assert any |
|  | available claims, offsets or defenses against such **Customer**, any financial institution or any other party to the |
|  | transaction. |
| (4) | Solely with respect to the Fraudulent Transfer Instruction Insuring Clause, the following Exclusions are added: |

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&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;A.Loss resulting directly or indirectly from a fraudulent instruction if the sender, or anyone acting in collusion

with the sender, ever had authorized access to such **Customer's** password, PIN or other security c ode; and

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| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;B. | Loss resulting directly or indirectly from the fraudulent alteration of an instruction to initiate an automated |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;clearing house (ACH) entry, or group of ACH entries, transmitted as an electronic message, or as an | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;clearing house (ACH) entry, or group of ACH entries, transmitted as an electronic message, or as an |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;attachment to an electronic message, sent via the internet, unless: | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;attachment to an electronic message, sent via the internet, unless: |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;i. | each ACH entry was individually verified via the call back procedure without regard to the amount of |
|  | the entry; or |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ii. | the instruction was formatted, encoded or encrypted so that any altercation in the ACH entry or group |
|  | of ACH entries would be apparent to the ASSURED. |
| (5) | Solely with respect to the Fraudulent Transfer Instruction Insuring Clause, Exclusion 2.k. is deleted and |
|  | replaced with the following: |

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&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;k.loss resulting from voice requests or instructions received over the telephone, provided however, this Section 2.k. shall not apply to INSURING CLAUSE 7. or 9. or the Fraudulent Transfer Instruction Insuring

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|  | Clause. |
| (6) | For the purposes of the Fraudulent Transfer Instruction Insuring Clause, all loss or losses involving one |
|  | natural person or entity, or one group of natural persons or entities acting together, shall be a Single Loss |
|  | without regard to the number of transfers or the number of instructions involved. |
| (7) | For the purposes of the Fraudulent Transfer Instruction Insuring Clause, the Single Loss Limit of Liability shall |
|  | be $2,500,000. The Deductible Amount shall be $25,000. |
| (8) | The amount of any single transfer for which verification via call back will be required is: $450,000. |

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The title and any headings in this endorsement/rider are solely for convenience and form no part of the terms and conditions of coverage.

All other terms, conditions and limitations of this Policy shall remain unchanged.

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|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**ENDORSEMENT/RIDER** |
| Effective date of |  |
| this endorsement/rider: January 1, 2023 | FEDERAL INSURANCE COMPANY |
|  | Endorsement/Rider No. 6 |
|  | To be attached to and |
|  | form a part of Policy No. 82416760 |
| Issued to: HOMESTEAD FUNDS, INC. |  |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(See Endorsement) |  |

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**COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE TRADE SANCTION LAWS**

It is agreed that this insurance does not apply to the extent that trade or economic sanctions or other similar laws or regulations prohibit the coverage provided by this insurance.

The title and any headings in this endorsement/rider are solely for convenience and form no part of the terms and

conditions of coverage.

All other terms, conditions and limitations of this Policy shall remain unchanged.

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|  |  | **ENDORSEMENT/RIDER** |
| Effective date of | **FEDERAL INSURANCE COMPANY** |  |
| this endorsement/rider: January 1, 2023 | **FEDERAL INSURANCE COMPANY** |  |
|  | Endorsement/Rider No. | 7 |
|  | To be attached to and |  |
|  | form a part of Bond No. | 82416760 |
| Issued to: HOMESTEAD FUNDS, INC. |  |  |

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(See Endorsement)

DELETING VALUATION-OTHER PROPERTY AND AMENDING CHANGE OR MODIFICATION ENDORSEMENT

In consideration of the premium charged, it is agreed that this Bond is amended as follows:

1 . The paragraph titled Other Property in Section 9, Valuation, is deleted in its entirety.

2 . The third paragraph in Section 16, Change or Modification, is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:

If this Bond is for a joint ASSURED, no change or modification which would adversely affect the rights of the ASSURED shall be effective prior to sixty (60) days after written notice has been furnished to all insured **Investment Companies** and the Securities and Exchange Commission, Washington, D.C., by the COMPANY.

The title and any headings in this endorsement/rider are solely for convenience and form no part of

the terms and conditions of coverage.

All other terms, conditions and limitations of this Bond shall remain unchanged.

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|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**FEDERAL INSURANCE COMPANY** |  |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Endorsement No. | 8 |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bond Number: | 82416760 |
| NAME OF ASSURED: | HOMESTEAD FUNDS, INC. |  |

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(See Endorsement)

**VIRGINIA AMENDATORY ENDORSEMENT**

It is agreed that this Bond is amended by adding a new Section reading as follows:

"Section 17. Countersignature

Absence of a signature by an Authorized Representative on this Bond's DECLARATIONS will not affect the validity of this Bond when issued by the COMPANY on a risk located in Virginia. If,

however, this Bond is not signed, please contact the COMPANY."

This Endorsement applies to loss discovered after 12:01 a.m. on January 1, 2023.

ALL OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS BOND REMAIN UNCHANGED.

Date: January 31, 2023

State Amendatory-General Use Form 17-02-1427 (Ed. 1-97)

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|  |  | **ENDORSEMENT/RIDER** |
| Effective date of | **FEDERAL INSURANCE COMPANY** |  |
| this endorsement/rider: January 1, 2023 | **FEDERAL INSURANCE COMPANY** |  |
|  | Endorsement/Rider No. | 9 |
|  | To be attached to and |  |
|  | form a part of Bond No. | 82416760 |
| Issued to: HOMESTEAD FUNDS INC |  |  |

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AUTOMATIC INCREASE IN LIMITS ENDORSEMENT

In consideration of the premium charged, it is agreed that GENERAL AGREEMENTS, Section C. Additional Offices Or Employees -Consolidation, Merger Or Purchase Or Acquisition Of Assets Or Liabilities-Notice To Company, is amended by adding the following subsection:

Automatic Increase in Limits for Investment Companies

If an increase in bonding limits is required pursuant to rule 17g-1 of the Investment Company Act of 1940

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| ("the Act"), due to: | the creation of a new **Investment Company**, other than by consolidation or merger with, or |
| (i) | the creation of a new **Investment Company**, other than by consolidation or merger with, or |

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purchase or acquisition of assets or liabilities of, another institution; or

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(ii) an increase in asset size of current **Investment Companies** covered under this Bond,

then the minimum required increase in limits shall take place automatically without payment of additional premium for the remainder of the BOND PERIOD.

The title and any headings in this endorsement/rider are solely for convenience and form no part of the

terms and conditions of coverage.

All other terms, conditions and limitations of this Bond shall remain unchanged.

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|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**FEDERAL INSURANCE COMPANY** |  |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Endorsement No: | 10 |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bond Number: | 82416760 |
| NAME OF ASSURED: | HOMESTEAD FUNDS, INC. |  |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(See Endorsement) |  |

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**PREMIUM ENDORSEMENT**

It is agreed that:

1 . The premium for this Bond for the period January 1, 2023 to January 1, 2024 is:

Premium: Six thousand five hundred ($6,500.00)

2 . It is further agreed that this premium is subject to change during this period if amendments are made to this Bond at the request of the ASSURED.

This Endorsement applies to loss discovered after 12:01 a.m. on January 1, 2023.

ALL OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS BOND REMAIN UNCHANGED.

Date: January 31, 2023

ICAP Bond

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|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**FEDERAL INSURANCE COMPANY** | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**FEDERAL INSURANCE COMPANY** |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Endorsement No: | 11 |
|  | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bond Number: | 82416760 |
| NAME OF ASSURED: | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;HOMESTEAD FUNDS, INC. |  |
|  | (See Endorsement) |  |

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**NAME OF ASSURED ENDORSEMENT**

It is agreed that the NAME OF ASSURED in the DECLARATIONS is amended to read as follows:

Homestead Funds Inc

Homestead Funds Trust

Short- Term Government Securities Fund

Short Term Bond Fund

Stock Index Fund

Value Fund

Growth Fund

Small Company Stock Fund

International Equity Fund

Daily Income Fund

Intermediate Bond Fund

Rural America Growth and Income Fund

any partner, officer or employee of an investment adviser, an underwriter (distributor), a transfer agent or shareholder accounting record keeper, or an administrator, subadvisor or sub- administrator, for an **Investment Company**, including any partner, officer or employee of National Rural Electric Cooperative Association and RE Advisers Corporation(REA), while performing acts coming withi n the scope of the customary and usual duties of a partner, officer or employee of an **Investment Company** or acting as a member of any committee duly elected or appointed to examine, audit or

have custody of or access to **Property** of an **Investment Company**

This Endorsement applies to loss discovered after 12:01 a.m. on January 1, 2023.

ALL OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS BOND REMAIN UNCHANGED.

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#### CERTIFICATE OF SECRETARY

#### HOMESTEAD FUNDS, INC.

#### HOMESTEAD FUNDS TRUST
I, Jeremy Sperlazza, do hereby certify that I am the duly elected, qualified and acting Secretary of Homestead Funds, Inc. (the "Corporation") and Homestead Funds Trust (the "Trust," and together with the Corporation, "Homestead" or "Homestead Funds," and each series thereof, a "Fund"), and I do hereby further certify that the resolutions set forth below were duly unanimously adopted by the Corporation's Board of Directors and the Trust's Board of Trustees (collectively, the "Board")<sup>1</sup>, including those Directors who are not "interested persons" as defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended, at a meeting of the Board held December 13-14, 2022, and that said resolutions have not been revoked or amended and are now in full force and effect.

**RESOLVED, that the terms and provisions of the Fidelity Bond issued by Chubb Group of Insurance Companies with a term of January 1, 2023 to January 1, 2024 (the "Fidelity Bond") naming Homestead Funds, Inc., Homestead Funds Trust, and the Homestead Funds as insured parties (the "Insured Parties"), in substantially the form presented at the meeting and with such changes as may be deemed necessary by the officers of the Homestead Funds, upon the advice of counsel, be and they hereby are, approved by the full Board of Directors and by a separate vote of a majority of the Directors who are not "interested persons" of the Homestead Funds as defined in the 1940 Act (the "Independent Directors"); and it is** 

**FURTHER RESOLVED, that the amount of the fidelity bond coverage is approved after consideration of all factors deemed relevant by the Board of Directors, including, but not limited to, the existing and projected value of the aggregate assets of the Funds to which any covered person may have access, the amount of the premium for such bond, the type and terms of the arrangements made for the custody and safekeeping for such assets, and the nature of the securities held by each Fund; and it is** 

**FURTHER RESOLVED, that, subject to the ratification of the Board of Directors, the officers of the Funds be, and hereby are, authorized to increase the amount of such bond as may be necessary to satisfy the requirements of Rule 17g-1(d) under the 1940 Act; and it is** 

**FURTHER RESOLVED, that any officer of the Homestead Funds be, and each of them hereby is, authorized, empowered and directed to make the filings and give the notices required by Rule 17g-1 under the 1940 Act, and to make any other filings necessary or advisable in connection with the Fidelity Bond and to take all actions deemed necessary or advisable to carry out the intent of the foregoing resolutions; and it is** 

**FURTHER RESOLVED, that the form, terms and provisions of the Fidelity Bond Agreement (the "Fidelity Bond Agreement") by and among the Insured Parties for the purpose of allocating recoveries under the Fidelity Bond in compliance with Rule 17g-l under the 1940 Act, as previously approved by the Directors, be, and they hereby are approved, and that the officers of the Homestead Funds shall have the authority to execute and to deliver such Fidelity Bond Agreement in substantially the form presented to the Directors, with such changes as the officer so acting may deem necessary or desirable, the execution and delivery thereof to be conclusive evidence of its authorization hereby; and it is** 

**FURTHER RESOLVED, that the portion of the premium to be paid by each Fund in respect of the Fidelity Bond, taking all relevant factors into consideration including, but not limited to, the number of the other parties named as insured, the nature of the business activities of such other parties, the amount of the joint insured bond, and the amount of the premium for such bond, the ratable allocation of the premium among all parties named as insured, and the relationship of the share of the premium allocated to each Fund to the premium such Fund would have had to pay if it had provided and maintained a single insured bond, be and it hereby is, approved by the full Board of Directors, and by a separate vote of a majority of the Independent Directors.** 

IN WITNESS HEREOF I have duly set my hand this 8th day of March, 2023

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|  **/s/ Jeremy Sperlazza**  |
|  **Jeremy Sperlazza**  |
|  **Secretary**  |

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11 Hereinafter, the terms "Director" or "Directors" shall refer to the Directors of Homestead Funds, Inc. and the Trustees and Homestead Funds Trust, as applicable.

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| <br>**Registered Investment Company** | SCHEDULE A<br>**Gross Assets September 30, 2022** | <br>**Minimum Bond Limit Under Rule 17g-1** |
| Daily Income Fund | $218148535 | $600000 |
| Short-Term Government Securities Fund | $69185293 | $400000 |
| Short-Term Bond Fund | $489810239 | $750000 |
| Intermediate Bond Fund | $129442850 | $525000 |
| Rural America Growth & Income Fund | $6376476 | $150000 |
| Stock Index Fund | $178164244 | $600000 |
| Value Fund | $812783486 | $1000000 |
| Growth Fund | $240228401 | $600000 |
| International Equity Fund | $71391288 | $400000 |
| Small-Company Stock Fund | $224657216 | $600000 |

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#### FIDELITY BOND AGREEMENT
This Agreement (the "Agreement") dated December 14, 2022, is made by and among each series of Homestead Funds, Inc. (the "Company") and Homestead Funds Trust (the "Trust"), as specified in Schedule A, as amended from time to time, to this Agreement (each series a "Fund" and, collectively, the "Funds").

WITNESSETH:

WHEREAS, the Company and Trust are each an open-end management investment company registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the "1940 Act");

WHEREAS, the Funds jointly hold a fidelity bond required by the 1940 Act and Rule 17g-1 promulgated thereunder under which the Funds are named insureds; and

WHEREAS, Rule17g-1 under the 1940 Act requires that the named insureds under such a bond enter into an agreement with respect to certain matters;

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and the terms and provisions hereinafter set forth, the parties hereto agree as follows:

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.<u>Description of Bond</u>. A fidelity bond has been issued by the issuer named in Schedule B of this Agreement that designates the Funds as named insureds (the "Bond"). The issuer or the amount of the Bond may change or be adjusted from time to time, and any change in the issuer shall be reflected in Schedule B to this Agreement, as amended from time to time.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2.<u>Minimum Recovery</u>. In the event recovery is received under the Bond as a result of loss sustained by one or more of the Funds, each Fund shall receive an equitable and proportionate share of the recovery which shall be at least equal to the amount which each Fund would have received had it provided and maintained a single insured bond with the minimum coverage required by Rule 17g-1(d)(1) under the 1940 Act.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;3.<u>Term</u>. The terms of this Agreement shall commence on the date hereof and shall terminate upon the termination or cancellation of the Bond or upon notice from any party hereto.

4. A copy of the Agreement and Declaration of Trust of the Trust, as amended, is on file with the Secretary of The Commonwealth of Massachusetts and notice is hereby given that this instrument is executed on behalf of the Trustees of the Trust as Trustees and not individually, and that the obligations of or arising out of this instrument are not binding upon any of the Trustees or shareholders individually but are binding only upon the assets and property of the Trust.

#### [Signature page follows]
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this Agreement to be executed on December 14, 2022.

#### HOMESTEAD FUNDS, INC. , on behalf of each Fund specified in Schedule A
By: <u>/s/ Jeremy Sperlazza</u> 

Name: Jeremy Sperlazza

Title: Secretary

#### HOMESTEAD FUNDS TRUST , on behalf of each Fund specified in Schedule A
By: <u>/s/ Jeremy Sperlazza</u> 

Name: Jeremy Sperlazza

Title: Secretary

**SCHEDULE A**

#### Homestead Funds, Inc.

#### Funds
Daily Income Fund

Short-Term Government Securities Fund

Short-Term Bond Fund

Stock Index Fund

Value Fund

Small-Company Stock Fund

International Equity Fund

Growth Fund

#### Homestead Funds Trust

#### Funds
Intermediate Bond Fund

Rural America Growth & Income Fund

**SCHEDULE B**

<br> **<u>Issuer</u>** <br>

Chubb Group of Insurance Companies

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