EX-99.1 2 ba18426318-ex99_1.txt JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Exhibit 99.1 EXHIBIT 99.1 - JOINT FILING AGREEMENT The undersigned hereby agree that they are filing this statement jointly pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1). Each of them is responsible for the timely filing of such Schedule 13G and any amendments thereto, and for the completeness and accuracy of the information concerning such person contained therein; but none of them is responsible for the completeness or accuracy of the information concerning the other persons making the filing, unless such person knows or has reason to believe that such information is inaccurate. In accordance with Rule 13d-1(k)(1) promulgated under the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the undersigned hereby agree to the joint filing with each other on behalf of each of them to such a statement on Schedule 13G with respect to the common stock beneficially owned by each of them. This Joint Filing Agreement shall be included as an exhibit to such Schedule 13G. Dated: March 12, 2010 Bank of America Corporation Bank of America, N.A. By: /s/ Angelina L. Richardson ---------------------------------------- Name: Angelina L. Richardson Title: Vice President Blue Ridge Investments, L.L.C. By: /s/ John Hiebendahl ---------------------------------------- Name: John Hiebendahl Title: Vice President and Controller