We firmly believe in preventing underage tobacco use, and while many have made significant progress on this front, there is much more to be done. Our tobacco companies support organizations seeking to help reduce underage tobacco use. The scope of our companies' efforts may surprise you.

Our tobacco companies recognize that consumers, and society as a whole, expect them to communicate openly and honestly about the health risks associated with their products – and they do this in a variety of ways. These efforts include sharing research with the scientific and public health community and connecting adult smokers who have decided to quit with information that could help them succeed.

Responsibility stems from our Mission and Values and is core to how we operate every day. From environmental management to employees rolling up their sleeves to volunteer in their communities, our approach to responsibility includes soliciting feedback from stakeholders, setting expectations for employees and driving progress. Take a look at our progress so far.

Altria supported giving the FDA the authority to regulate tobacco products and seeks to work constructively with the agency. Tobacco products and tobacco companies have been a source of considerable conflict and controversy. By continuing to support FDA regulation, we hope to provide leadership in helping resolve many of the issues related to our industry.

Altria Group has outperformed the S&P 500 every year since 2000 and increased its dividend 45 times in the last 43 years. We have increased our profitability primarily with investments in four strong premium tobacco brands, Marlboro, Copenhagen, Skoal and Black & Mild, while maintaining a focus on providing superior returns to shareholders.