Mar. 05, 2020 / Newspaper Columns
![Learn More about Luzerne County’s New Voting System]()
With the Commonwealth’s April 28 primary election about two months away, the Department of State has launched 67 new webpages – one for each county – where voters can learn specifics about their county’s voting system and how to use it.
Feb. 26, 2020 /
![Local Schools Awarded Safety Grants, Says Toohil]()
HARRISBURG – Rep. Tarah Toohil (R-Luzerne) today announced that safety grants totaling nearly $303,000 have been awarded to schools in the 116th Legislative District.
Feb. 24, 2020 / Newspaper Columns
![Trout Stocking Schedules Now Available]()
Spring is just around the corner and anglers are starting to make plans for the opening day of trout season statewide on Saturday, April 18.
Feb. 18, 2020 / Newspaper Columns
![Election Reforms in Effect for April 28 Primary]()
Comprehensive reforms designed to encourage greater participation in Pennsylvania’s elections will be in place for the upcoming April 28 Primary Election.
Feb. 10, 2020 / Newspaper Columns
![Property Tax/Rent Rebate Forms Now Available]()
Application forms for the state Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program are now available at my district office for eligible seniors and people with disabilities to begin claiming rebates for property taxes or rent payments they made last year.
Jan. 29, 2020 / Newspaper Columns
![Reforms Proposed for State System Universities]()
Last week in Harrisburg, a group of legislators joined officials with the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) in calling for a series of reforms aimed at updating and improving operations within the system. A package of bills was introduced in the House of Representatives that would implement the changes.
Jan. 21, 2020 / Newspaper Columns
![Combatting Human Trafficking in Pennsylvania]()
Pennsylvania is ranked 10th in the nation for human trafficking, and according to the latest report from 2018, 621 human victims were identified, along with 215 traffickers and 101 trafficking businesses. The numbers are troubling and continue to grow.
Jan. 13, 2020 / Newspaper Columns
![Applications for PA House Scholarship Now Available]()
High school seniors interested in receiving financial assistance to help pay for college can apply now for the Pennsylvania House of Representatives’ Scholarship. The application deadline is March 1.
Jan. 09, 2020 / Newspaper Columns
![Shopping for Energy Suppliers Can Help Cut Costs]()
The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) is alerting consumers about the potential for large winter energy cost increases for electric customers who do not shop for competitive electric suppliers.
Dec. 30, 2019 /
![Criminal Justice Reforms Focus on Offenders - By State Rep. Tarah Toohil (R-Luzerne)]()
Pennsylvania has the second highest number of people on probation or parole in the country. In fact, many with criminal records are working alongside or interacting with us every day and we may not even know it.
Dec. 16, 2019 / Newspaper Columns
![Putting Pennsylvania on the Path to Better Health]()
The House of Representatives recently advanced the #HealthierPA legislative package which is designed to deliver affordable and accessible health care options for Pennsylvania’s families.
Dec. 10, 2019 /
![Toohil’s Office to Offer Assistance to Parents Applying for Keystone Scholars Grants]()
HARRISBURG – Parents interested in applying for a Keystone Scholars grant can receive assistance through her district office in downtown Hazleton, Rep. Tarah Toohil (R-Luzerne) announced today.
Dec. 09, 2019 / Newspaper Columns
![Beware of Advance Fee Scams]()
December is the busiest time of year for shopping, and the Pennsylvania Department of Banking and Securities is urging the public to be aware of criminals that gain a victim’s trust and then steal their money.
Dec. 02, 2019 / Newspaper Columns
![A Warning for Dog Owners]()
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture’s Bureau of Dog Law Enforcement is warning dog owners looking to purchase new or renewal licenses of a fraudulent website selling them online.
Nov. 26, 2019 / Newspaper Columns
![Deadline Nears for Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program]()
Older adults and individuals with disabilities have until Dec. 31 to apply for the state’s 2018 Property Tax/Rent Rebate program. Remember, assistance through my office is always free. You need not pay a private firm for assistance.
Nov. 18, 2019 / Newspaper Columns
![Prepare Now for Winter Weather]()
Freezing temperatures arrived this week, reminding us all of the importance of preparing for colder weather and winter travel.
Nov. 15, 2019 /
![State Funding Awarded to Support Development in Downtown Hazleton, Says Toohil]()
HARRISBURG – The Downtown Hazleton Alliance for Progress today was awarded $80,000 through the Neighborhood Partnership Program (NPP) administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development, according to Rep. Tarah Toohil (R-Luzerne). Toohil played a key role in securing the state funds.
Nov. 12, 2019 / Newspaper Columns
![Pennsylvania Guard Members Encouraged to Enroll in New Education Program]()
Members of the Pennsylvania National Guard are encouraged to take advantage of the new Military Family Education Program, or PA GI Bill, which is now open for enrollment.
Nov. 06, 2019 / Newspaper Columns
![Home Heating Assistance Program Now Open]()
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) began to accept applications on Nov. 1. Funded by the federal government but administered at the state level, LIHEAP provides cash and crisis grants to eligible participants who need some help in paying their heating costs during the winter.
Oct. 30, 2019 /
![Free Assistance with Medicare Open Enrollment Available Through Toohil’s District Office in Hazleton]()
HAZLETON – Rep. Tarah Toohil (R-Luzerne) is teaming up with APPRISE, a state government agency which provides Medicare counseling, to assist older residents in the 116th Legislative District with open enrollment and questions regarding the program.