On March 19, 2020, Governor Northam made the following announcement:
“Businesses impacted by COVID-19 can also request to defer the payment of state sales tax due tomorrow, March 20, 2020, for 30 days. When granted, businesses will be able to file no later than April 20, 2020 with a waiver of any penalties.

The Governor has requested that the Department of Taxation to extend the due date of payment of Virginia individual and corporate income taxes. While filing deadlines remain the same, the due date for individual and corporate income tax will now be June 1, 2020. Please note that interest will still accrue, so taxpayers who are able to pay by the original deadlines should do so.”

So, business can request sales tax deferral for 30 days and avoid penalties (not interest). Query whether they will grant it quickly or you won’t find out for 60 days. Individuals still have to file on time, but now have an automatic 30 day extension to pay as well. Still accrues interest. I guess a slice of bread is better than no bread at all.