29 We have policies and procedures in place designed to help make sure that we comply with applicable laws regarding political contributions . Wells Fargo also maintains compliance processes intended to make sure that its activities are conducted in accordance with those policies, our Code, and with applicable laws governing political contributions and lobbying activities . Employee activity Our Code of Ethics and Business Conduct (PDF) encourages employees to engage in civic and political activities on their own time and based on their individual desires and political preferences . We make it clear that employees must be sure that their personal political opinions and activities are not viewed as those of Wells Fargo . Employees are free to make personal contributions on their own behalf to candidates and related political entities of their choice so long as they comply with the Code and any applicable policies of their business line . Wells Fargo provides eligible employees up to three paid hours away from work to vote in any general, statewide, or special election .