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Virginia
These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on September 9, 2020.
For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Virginia, we recommend that you visit the Coronavirus (COVID-19) in Virginia portal, the Virginia Chamber of Commerce's State Resources list or the USDA's COVID-19 Waivers & Flexibilities for Virginia.
Business-Related Relief Programs
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CARES Act: Paycheck Protection Program
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) appropriates $349 billion to assist small businesses through section 7(a) loans and Paycheck Protection Program (“PPP”), administered by the Small Business Administration … » more information -
Small Business Administration Economic Injury Disaster Loans
Economic Injury Disaster Loans (“EIDLs”) provide working capital to help small business concerns, small agricultural cooperatives and aquaculture companies, and most private non-profit organizations (of all sizes) meet financial obligations that … » more information -
Deferral of License Renewal Fees and Expansion of Mixed Beverage Licenses to Include Takeout or Delivery
Governor Northam issued Executive Directive Ten authorizing the Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority (“ABC”) to defer the collection of annual fees for licenses and permits set to expire on or after March 31, 2020 and before July 1, 2020 … » more information -
Emergency Temporary Standard – Workplace Safety Standards for COVID-19 Pandemic
Virginia adopted statewide emergency workplace safety standards in response to the COVID-19 pandemic mandating certain personal protective equipment, sanitation, social distancing, infectious disease preparedness and response plans, record keeping … » more information -
Guidelines for Reopening All Business Sectors
Governor Northam issued guidelines for easing public health restrictions for Phase Three, beginning on July 1, 2020. » more information -
Housing Resources and Eviction Protections
Governor Northam announced new housing resources, including StayHomeVirginia.com, a website to help Virginia renters, homeowners, landlords, and the homeless navigate housing programs, services, and resources during the COVID-19 pandemic. » more information -
Liability Protections for Healthcare Workers
Governor Northam issued Executive Order Sixty, clarifying that existing statutory liability protections for Virginia healthcare workers during a state of emergency apply during the COVID-19 pandemic. This order ensures that public and private … » more information -
Prevention of Utilities from Suspending Service
The State Corporation Commission (“Commission”) ordered that electric, gas, water, and sewer utilities suspend disconnection of service to any customer, pending further orders from the Commission, in light of the impact of COVID-19. » more information -
Rebuild VA Grant Fund
The Rebuild VA Grant Fund is a program to help small business and nonprofits affected by COVID-19. Business and non-profits that are approved for the grant may receive up to 3 times their average eligible expenses up to a maximum of $10,000. The … » more information -
State Income Tax Payment and Filing Extensions
Payments. Any income tax payments, including individual and corporate income tax payments, due during the time period from April 1, 2020 to June 1, 2020, will now be due on June 1, 2020. Late payment penalties will not be charged if payments are … » more information -
Grants for Small Businesses
The Commonwealth of Virginia awarded the Capital Region Workforce Board a $201,000 grant to reimburse small businesses with fewer than 250 employees for costs incurred that are related to COVID19. Costs are considered on a case-by-case basis. » more information -
Richmond Small Business Disaster Loan Program
The Richmond Small Business Disaster Loan Program is offering interest-free emergency loans of up to $20,000 to small businesses in Richmond that have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Loan proceeds can be used only for paying employees. The … » more information -
City of Virginia Beach Deferral of Trust Taxes for Businesses
The City of Virginia Beach Treasurer is allowing trust taxes due during the state of emergency to be paid at a later date, without penalty and in installments. Businesses must still file their gross receipts by the 20th of each month but can request … » more information
Employment-Related Relief Programs
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CARES Act: Unemployment Insurance Benefits
The CARES Act creates a temporary Pandemic Unemployment Assistance program that expands eligibility for unemployment benefits and increases those benefits for certain individuals who are unable to work due to the COVID-19 emergency. The program … » more information -
Credit for Sick Leave for Certain Self-Employed Individuals
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) provides a refundable income-tax credit to self-employed individuals who would otherwise be entitled to paid sick leave under the Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act (the “EPSLA”), were they … » more information -
Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion Act
The Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion Act (the “EFMLEA”) requires certain employers to provide their employees with paid, job-protected leave for up to twelve weeks in connection with qualified family caregiving needs. The intended … » more information -
Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act
The Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act (the “EPSLA”) requires government employers and employers with fewer than 500 employees to provide their employees with paid sick leave if those employees are unable to work due to COVID-19. Full paid leave is … » more information -
FAQ for Workers
Provides answers to frequently asked questions from workers regarding COVID-19. » more information -
Liability Protections for Healthcare Workers
Governor Northam issued Executive Order Sixty, clarifying that existing statutory liability protections for Virginia healthcare workers during a state of emergency apply during the COVID-19 pandemic. This order ensures that public and private … » more information
Food-Related Relief Programs
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COVID-19 Child Nutrition Response Act
The COVID-19 Child Nutrition Response Act (the “CNRA”) enables the Secretary of Agriculture to waive conditions that states, schools, and individuals must meet to be eligible for financial support for federal nutrition programs. » more information -
Food and Nutrition Service
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) makes appropriations to the Department of Agriculture to fund food and nutrition assistance programs. » more information -
SNAP COVID-19 Response Waivers
This section of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) makes it easier to obtain nutritional assistance. The Act lifts certain requirements for low-income, unemployed individuals to be eligible for Supplemental Nutrition … » more information -
The Maintaining Essential Access to Lunch for Students (MEALS) Act
The Maintaining Essential Access to Lunch for Students Act (the “MEALS Act”) seeks to ensure students have access to school meal benefits while schools are closed because of COVID-19. Enacted as part of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act … » more information -
Deferral of License Renewal Fees and Expansion of Mixed Beverage Licenses to Include Takeout or Delivery
Governor Northam issued Executive Directive Ten authorizing the Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority (“ABC”) to defer the collection of annual fees for licenses and permits set to expire on or after March 31, 2020 and before July 1, 2020 … » more information -
Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer for Families With Children Eligible for Free or Reduced Price School Meals
Virginia is implementing the Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (“P-EBT”) program, which is a temporary food benefit available to Virginia families with children who would have received free or reduced-price meals if schools were open. Households … » more information -
Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (“WIC”)
Virginia’s Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (“WIC”) is a preexisting food assistance program for women, infants, and young children. The program provides nutrition education, breastfeeding promotion and support, … » more information -
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (“SNAP”) – Emergency Allotments, Automatic Extension of Certification Periods, Online Purchasing
Virginia’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (“SNAP”) is a pre-existing program that allows low income households to purchase food from authorized retailers. A SNAP account is established for participants and automatic deposits are made into … » more information -
Fairfax County Searchable Map Including All Food Distribution Sites
Fairfax County developed a searchable map that includes all food distribution sites, including Fairfax County Public Schools, community meal distribution sites, food pantries, and other related services. » more information -
Feeding America
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, the Feeding America network of food banks has added mobile pantry stops and is implementing drive-through food pickup and delivery options. Feeding America has also established the COVID-19 Response Fund to help … » more information -
Mon Ami
Mon Ami is a non-profit organization that matches seniors with local volunteers who visit them weekly. In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, Mon Ami is offering seniors nationwide social visits by phone or video. Additionally, Mon Ami is providing … » more information -
Restaurant Workers Relief Program
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, the Lee Initiative has established the Restaurant Workers Relief Program, through which it is operating grab-and-go food sites in cities throughout the United States for restaurant employees that were either … » more information -
United Community’s Food Pantry
During the COVID-19 outbreak, the United Community Food Pantry is continuing to provide pre-bagged food to community members in need. » more information
Health-Related Relief Programs
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Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority
This section of the CARES Act addresses proper procedures to be used by the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority in implementing countermeasure research, development and procurement with respect to biodefense and infectious … » more information -
CARES Act Provisions for Seniors and Healthy Start
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) includes provisions addressing senior assistance programs and Healthy Start. » more information -
CARES Act: Coverage of Testing and Preventative Services
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) mandates that private health insurers cover certain testing and preventative services for COVID-19 without prior authorization and at no cost. » more information -
CARES Act: Support for Healthcare Providers
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) appropriates funds to detect, prevent, diagnose, and treat coronavirus, and provides additional funding for telehealth: … » more information -
Defense Health Program
This program appropriates $82 million in additional funding to the Department of Defense to cover the costs of COVID-19 diagnostic tests and related services for beneficiaries of military TRICARE health plans, as described in Division F, Section … » more information -
Families First Coronavirus Response Act Health Provisions
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) provides no-cost COVID-19 testing for participants in private health insurance plans and beneficiaries of federal health insurance programs, and expanded Medicaid benefits. » more information -
Indian Health Services
This program provides funding to the Indian Health Service to cover the cost of COVID-19 testing. Specifically, the program appropriates $64 million in new funding to the Indian Health Service to be used to cover the costs of COVID-19 diagnostic … » more information -
Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund
This section appropriates an additional $1 billion for a “Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund” for the Department of Health and Human Services (“DHHS”) to pay claims submitted by providers for reimbursement for the cost of COVID-19 … » more information -
COVIDCheck: Online Tool to Self-Screen and Determine Next Steps
COVIDCheck is a free, web-based, artificial intelligence-powered telehealth tool that Virginians can use to check their symptoms associated with COVID-19 to self-assess their risk and determine next steps. The tool provides users with information … » more information -
COVIDWISE Exposure Notification App
COVIDWISE is an app that uses Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) technology to alerts users if they have been in close contact with an individual who has tested positive for COVID-19. This free smartphone app, which was created by the Virginia Department of … » more information -
Medicaid and FAMIS Co-Payment and Pre-Approval Waivers
Due to the impact of COVID-19, the Department of Medical Assistance Services (“DMAS”) has eliminated co-payments for all services, including COVID-19-related treatment, covered by Medicaid and FAMIS, Virginia’s health insurance program for children. … » more information -
Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (“WIC”)
Virginia’s Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (“WIC”) is a preexisting food assistance program for women, infants, and young children. The program provides nutrition education, breastfeeding promotion and support, … » more information -
Jewish Coalition Against Domestic Abuse
Recognizing that COVID-19 related quarantines and social distancing efforts may exacerbate domestic violence, the Jewish Coalition Against Domestic Abuse is continuing to provide services remotely. Those affected by, or seeking guidance related to … » more information -
National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics
The National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics (NAFC) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization comprised of free, community-based, non-profit, volunteer-supported medical clinics serving people without, or with little, health insurance. The NAFC … » more information -
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Recognizing that COVID-19 related quarantines and social distancing efforts may exacerbate domestic violence, the National Domestic Violence Hotline is continuing to operate and is providing coronavirus-specific guidance regarding safety planning … » more information
Housing-Related Relief Programs
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Arlington County Housing Grants Program – COVID-19 FAQ
The Arlington County Housing Grants Program is a pre-existing program that provides rental assistance to low-income residents in Arlington County. In light of the impact of COVID-19, an FAQ is available to answer frequently asked questions from … » more information -
Housing Resources and Eviction Protections
Governor Northam announced new housing resources, including StayHomeVirginia.com, a website to help Virginia renters, homeowners, landlords, and the homeless navigate housing programs, services, and resources during the COVID-19 pandemic. » more information -
Virginia Rent and Mortgage Relief Program (“RMRP”)
The Virginia Rent and Mortgage Relief Program will provide short-term financial assistance to households facing eviction or foreclosure due to COVID-19 in the form of rent and mortgage payments. The program provides $50 million in federal … » more information
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