May 15, 2026
Mr. William F. Gifford, Jr.
Director and Chief Executive Officer
Altria Group, Inc.
6601 West Broad Street
Richmond, VA 23230
Agreement and General Release
Dear Billy:
This letter sets forth the agreement (the “Agreement”) between you and Altria Group, Inc. (the “Company”) regarding your retirement and separation from the Company.
1.Last Day of Employment and Effective Date. Based on your announced retirement plans, you acknowledge that your employment with the Company ended on May 14, 2026 (“Departure Date”). The effective date of this Agreement shall be the Departure Date.
2.Benefits and Retirement Plans. Following your Departure Date, you will be entitled to payments, contributions and benefits under the normal terms and conditions of the Company’s benefit plans and compensation arrangements.
3.Unused Vacation. You will be paid the amount of $113,268.98 for your 2026 accrued unused vacation days (19 days). This payment is subject to applicable withholding and is not contingent upon you signing this Agreement.
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