CHANTILLY, Va. (WDVM) -- The general moratorium on utility shutoffs is extended through October 5, 2020. The State Corporation Commission (SCC) issued the order following a request from Virginia Governor Ralph S. Northam.

With this extension, it will urge Governor Ralph Northam and the General Assembly to appropriate funds for direct financial assistance to those who are unable to pay their bills due to the COVID-19 pandemic.