BlackRock MuniYield PA Quality Fund Files Proxy Materials
Ticker: MPA · Form: DEFA14A · Filed: Jun 6, 2024 · CIK: 891038
Sentiment: neutral
Topics: proxy-statement, fund-governance, sec-filing
TL;DR
BlackRock MuniYield PA Quality Fund filed proxy docs, nothing major yet.
AI Summary
BlackRock MuniYield Pennsylvania Quality Fund filed a Definitive Additional Materials proxy statement on June 6, 2024. This filing relates to the fund's proxy materials, which are subject to the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The fund was formerly known as BlackRock MuniYield Pennsylvania Insured Fund.
Why It Matters
This filing indicates ongoing corporate governance activities for the BlackRock MuniYield Pennsylvania Quality Fund, which may affect shareholder decisions and the fund's operations.
Risk Assessment
Risk Level: low — The filing is a routine proxy statement update and does not indicate any immediate financial distress or significant operational changes.
Key Players & Entities
- BLACKROCK MUNIYIELD PENNSYLVANIA QUALITY FUND (company) — Registrant
- Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (legal_document) — Governing Act
- BLACKROCK MUNIYIELD PENNSYLVANIA INSURED FUND (company) — Former Name
FAQ
What type of filing is this?
This is a Definitive Additional Materials filing (DEFA14A) for the BlackRock MuniYield Pennsylvania Quality Fund.
When was this filing made?
The filing was made on June 6, 2024.
What is the primary purpose of a DEFA14A filing?
A DEFA14A filing is a proxy statement used to solicit proxies from shareholders, typically for annual meetings or other corporate actions.
Has the fund's name changed previously?
Yes, the fund was formerly known as BlackRock MuniYield Pennsylvania Insured Fund, and prior to that, BlackRock MuniYield Insured Pennsylvania Fund and BlackRock MuniYield Pennsylvania Fund.
Under which act is this filing made?
This filing is made pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
Filing Stats: 1,192 words · 5 min read · ~4 pages · Grade level 8.1 · Accepted 2024-06-06 16:27:49
Key Financial Figures
- $3.6 billion — t long-term value over time, generating $3.6 billion in gains in 2023 alone while paying sha
- $3.1 billion — in 2023 alone while paying shareholders $3.1 billion per year via dividends4. We have also r
- $1.3 billion — ia dividends4. We have also repurchased $1.3 billion in shares, generating over $200 million
- $200 million — $1.3 billion in shares, generating over $200 million in gains5. Myth Saba claims to be a bet
Filing Documents
- d836203ddefa14a.htm (DEFA14A) — 14KB
- g836203g01g01.jpg (GRAPHIC) — 354KB
- g836203g02g02.jpg (GRAPHIC) — 389KB
- g836203g03g03.jpg (GRAPHIC) — 318KB
- 0001193125-24-156106.txt ( ) — 1478KB
From the Filing
MUNIYIELD PENNSYLVANIA QUALITY FUND BLACKROCK MUNIYIELD PENNSYLVANIA QUALITY FUND UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant Filed by a Party other than the Registrant Check the appropriate box: Preliminary Proxy Statement Definitive Proxy Statement Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) Definitive Additional Materials Soliciting Material Pursuant to 240.14a-12 BLACKROCK MUNIYIELD PENNSYLVANIA QUALITY FUND (Name of Registrant as Specified In Its Charter) (Name of Person(s) Filing Proxy Payment of Filing Fee (Check the appropriate box): No fee required. Fee paid previously with preliminary materials. Fee computed on table in exhibit required by Item 25(b) per Exchange Act Rules 14a-6(i)(1) and 0-11. Your Vote Matters BlackRock MuniYield Pennsylvania Quality Fund (NYSE: MPA) BlackRock is fighting for you. Vote now and make your voice heard: Vote today ! Defend your fund, save your income. [] Vote today: Phone Online WHITE proxy card ? How to vote: FOR the BlackRock nominees HOW TO VOTE: Use the WHITE proxy card, and vote FOR your experienced nominees. 1. To Elect the Board Member Nominees. FOR AGAINST ABSTAIN 1.1 Cynthia L. Egan [] [] [] 1.2 Robert Fairbairn [] [] [] 1.3 Lorenzo A. Flores [] [] [] 1.4 Stayce D. Harris [] [] [] 1.5 J. Phillip Holloman [] [] [] 1.6 R. Glenn Hubbard [] [] [] 1.7 John M. Perlowski [] [] [] 1.8 Arthur P. Steinmetz [] [] [] ! IMPORTANT: Do not return any gold proxy card from Saba BlackRock is delivering real value: Your Fund outperformed peers in 20231 Total shareholder returns (2023)1 9.65% 6.76% MPA Peer median Actions taken by your Board and management team have narrowed MPAs discount to NAV Discount narrowing2 52.4% Discount to NAV2 14.5% 12/31/2022 6.9% 5/24/2024 Sustainable distributions grew, more than peers1 Distribution enhancements (May 2023-May 2024)1 +94.1% MPA +75.1% Peers Meaningful fee waivers increase your return on investment As recently as May 2024, BlackRock announced further fee waivers to maximize your tax-exempt income3 ! Since takeover, investors in Saba-managed CEFs have seen management fees increase Blackrock® 1 Bloomberg as of 5/24/2024; Notes: Peer set includes VPV and NQP; Total shareholder return on price annualized for periods longer than 1 year (assumes dividends are reinvested); Distribution growth over the past year 2 12/31/2022 5/24/2024; Morningstar/BlackRock data as of 5/24/2024 3 BlackRock Press Release (5/20/2024) The truth about Saba Setting the record straight Saba has made numerous unsubstantiated claims about BlackRock, your Fund, and your Boardbut they do not add up. Myth Saba claims that its actions are in the best interest of CEF shareholders Reality Saba has chosen to use its vast resources to buy large stakes in closed-end funds (CEF), engage in costly proxy fights, and force actions that provide Saba with a quick profit for themselves at your expense. Myth Saba claims BlackRock CEFs arent delivering results for investors Reality BlackRock CEFs have delivered consistent long-term value over time, generating $3.6 billion in gains in 2023 alone while paying shareholders $3.1 billion per year via dividends4. We have also repurchased $1.3 billion in shares, generating over $200 million in gains5. Myth Saba claims to be a better CEF manager than BlackRock Reality BlackRock has a 35+ year track record of delivering long-term value for CEF shareholders. At the funds Saba has taken over (BRW, SABA), shareholders are now exposed to riskier strategies, leaving them with a fund that no longer serves their original goals, as well as higher management fees. Sabas CEF track is marked by failure and underperformance6: BRW Total Shareholder Return6 BRW Morningstar US CEF Bank Loans BlackRock Bank Loans Funds Median Since takeover (6/4/2021 5/24/2024) 13.4% 18.0% 30.6% 4 Annualized estimate based on June 2024 dividends for BlackRock closed-end funds 5 BlackRock. Since inception of the funds repurchase programs to 4/30/2024. Date of inception of BCAT, ECAT, BIGZ, BMEZ and BSTZ repurchase programs is 11/19/2021. Date of inception of the funds BFZ, BNY, MHN, MPA and MYN repurchase programs is 11/15/2018 6 Bloomberg as of 5/24/2024; Total shareholder return on price (assumes dividends are reinvested) Blackrock Vote today. Make your voice heard, and save your fund and your investment. This is no time for taking chances. We need all shareholders to vote on the enclosed WHITE proxy card today to preserve YOUR Fund: 1. To Elect the Board Member Nominees. 1.1 Cynthia L. Egan [] [] [] 1.2 Robert Fairbairn [] [] [] 1.3 Lorenzo A. Flores [] [] [] 1.4 Stayce D. Harris [] [] [] 1.5 J. Phillip Holloman [] [] [] 1.6 R. Glenn Hubbard [] [] [] 1.7 John M. Perlowski [] [] [] 1.8 Arthur P. Steinmetz [] [] [] FOR AGAINST ABSTAIN