Code of VirginiaTitle 2.2. Administration of Government5/22/2018 Chapter 29. Virginia Personnel ActRead Chapter § 2.2-2900Short title; purpose § 2.2-2901Appointments, promotions and tenure based upon merit and fitness § 2.2-2902Use of tobacco products by state employees § 2.2-2902.1Rights of state employees to contact elected officials § 2.2-2903Grade or rating increase and other preferences for veterans and their surviving spouses and children, and members of the National Guard § 2.2-2903.1State employees ordered to active military service § 2.2-2904Classification of persons who have passed certified professional secretary examination § 2.2-2905Certain officers and employees exempt from chapter