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Shareholders' Equity | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 26, 2014
Stockholders' Equity Note [Abstract] |
Stockholders' Equity | Shareholders’ Equity Common and preferred stock consists of the following:
Common Stock, $1 Par Value | December 2014
| (Units in Millions)
Common Shares Authorized | 1,800 |
Common Shares Issued and Outstanding | 992 |
Preferred Stock |
Preferred Shares Authorized | 25 |
Preferred Shares Issued and Outstanding | — |
Holders of common stock are entitled to one vote on all matters requiring a vote for each share held. Preferred stock is senior to common stock with respect to dividends and upon liquidation of CSX.

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