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Source review: Oct 13, 2026

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Housing & utilitiesProgramState program · VA

Virginia Department of Social Services

Percentage of Income Payment Program (PIPP) — Virginia

A program that adjusts electricity payments and offers credits for eligible Dominion Energy or Appalachian Power customers.

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How to apply

Apply through CommonHelp or submit a paper application and required documents to the local department of social services.

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    Apply through CommonHelp or submit a paper application and required documents to the local department of social services.

Official source & instructions

Applications are handled by the provider. Confirm the current cycle and exact requirements on its website.

Geographic coverage

VA; the organization confirms the service area and applicable requirements.

  • VA

What it offers

Payments are 10% of gross income with electric heating or 6% with another heating source; credits and gradual debt reduction require full, on-time payments. Households without income pay 10 dollars monthly.

Award amount or benefit

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

Households with an active electric account at those companies and income up to 150% of the federal poverty level; additional rules and annual renewal apply.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Residency requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

FAFSA requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Documents requested

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Renewal information

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Contact information

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Source review
Oct 13, 2026
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Last updated
Oct 13, 2026

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