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Investments include special bonuses, raises and health care enhancements for employees.

U.S. Bancorp, parent company of U.S. Bank, announced investments today in its employees, the U.S. Bank Foundation and several strategic projects as a result of the tax reform package. Management has made the following decisions:

• A special $1,000 bonus for nearly 60,000 employees;
  
• Raising minimum wage to $15 for all hourly employees;
• A one-time $150 million contribution to the U.S. Bank Foundation; 
• Enhancements to employees' health care offerings effective for the 2019 enrollment period; and 
• An additional investment in strategic projects centered on the customer experience with an emphasis on digital and mobile capabilities.

"We believe that tax reform is positive for the U.S. economy because it provides an immediate opportunity to benefit our employees, our communities and our customers," said Andy Cecere, President and Chief Executive Officer, U.S. Bancorp. "We are proud of our people and their commitment to our customers and communities. We felt it was important to reward their hard work and dedication with this special bonus, the minimum wage increase and the health care enhancements."

Cecere continued: "Our one-time $150 million contribution to the U.S. Bank Foundation reflects a long-term expansion in our ability to invest in and revitalize our communities for years to come. We know how important it is to everyone at U.S. Bank that we strengthen our neighborhoods and communities with our time and financial resources. It is a privilege to make this decision to benefit our communities."

U.S. Bancorp will also make additional capital investments in projects that will enhance its customers' experiences, position the company for long-term growth and create value for shareholders. The customer-focused projects include: payments technology, digital banking capabilities, multi-cultural initiatives, back-office automation and its brand building.