Capitol Office
141B East Wing
P.O. Box 202117
Harrisburg PA 17120-2117
Phone: (717) 787-1117
Fax: (717) 705-1889

District Offices
5929 Main Road
(Off Rt. 118)
Hunlock Creek, PA 18621
(570) 477-3752
(800) 278-3930
Fax: (570) 477-3468

608 Hunter Highway
Suite 110
Tunkhannock, PA 18657-9107
(570) 836-4777
Fax: (570) 836-4772

kboback@pahousegop.com

All offices are open 9 am. to 4:30 p.m.
My Audio Updates
Here you will find audio clips about important events that have taken place during the current and past Legislative Sessions.
Rep. Boback says the Federal Aid Application Deadline for the Victims of Recent Storm Related Flooding is Rapidly Approaching - 12/9/2011
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Flood victims in the storm ravaged areas of northeastern Pennsylvania need to be aware that the deadline for federal aid applications is rapidly approaching. Rep. Karen Boback (R-Columbia/Luzerne/Wyoming) said those individuals and businesses from the 117th legislative district that sustained storm or flooding damage and have yet to apply for aid, should move quickly. Mike Davies reports - wrap and stand alone bite available.
Rep. Karen Boback Comments on Federal Assistance for Recent Flood Victims - 9/15/2011
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The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced that federal aid has been made available to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for the area affected by Tropical Storm Lee. Rep. Karen Boback (R-Columbia/Luzerne/Wyoming) said individuals and business owners who sustained losses can begin applying for assistance by registering online at disasterassistance.gov, or by calling 1-800-621-FEMA. Chuck Nichols reports - wrap and stand alone bite available.
Rep. Karen Boback Comments on Signing of Bath Salts Ban Legislation - 6/24/2011
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Legislation banning the sale of “bath salts” and other synthetic look-alike drugs has been signed by Governor Corbett. Rep. Karen Boback (R-Luzerne, Columbia, Wyoming) said making bath salts and other designer drugs illegal will make Pennsylvania’s communities safer. The ban will take effect in 60 days. Mike Davies Reports – Story and Bite available.
Rep. Boback's Bill to Ensure Pension Forfeiture by Officials Convicted of Corruption Approved by House - 6/15/2011
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Legislation that would mandate the immediate forfeiture of pension benefits when a public official enters a plea of guilty or no contest to corruption charges was unanimously approved this week by the Pennsylvania House. The bill was part of a package of anti-corruption legislation and sponsor Rep. Karen Boback (R-Columbia/Luzerne/Wyoming) said it was introduced in reaction to recent circumstances of judicial misconduct revealed in the Luzerne County “Cash for Kids” corruption case. Mike Davies reports, wrap and stand alone bite available.
Rep. Karen Boback Legislative Radio Report/Podcast - 6/10/2011
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The weekly Legislative Report Program/Podcast with Rep. Karen Boback (R-Luzerne, Columbia & Wyoming) is now available for download. You may use this brief public affairs report in its entirety or edit it down for actualities to use in state government news coverage.
Rep. Boback Comments on Castle Doctrine Legislation Approved by the House - 4/12/2011
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Castle Doctrine legislation that would strengthen Pennsylvania citizens’ right to use deadly force if necessary in self defense was approved Tuesday in the state House. Rep. Karen Boback (R-Luzerne, Columbia & Wyoming) said she supported the bill because it makes clear that law abiding citizens have the right to protect themselves and their families without fear of prosecution. Mike Davies reports... story and stand alone bite available.
Rep. Boback Comments on House Passage of Synthetic Narcotic Legislation - 4/7/2011
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Legislation that would ban salvia divinorum and synthetic versions of marijuana and cocaine has been unanimously approved by the Pennsylvania House. House Bill 365 would put a halt to the legal sale of certain herbal products, as well as psychoactive bath salts. Rep. Karen Boback (R-Luzerne, Columbia & Wyoming) said it is important for the legislature to act now to ban these new drugs, before they become more widely abused. Chuck Nichols reports, wrap and stand alone bite available.
Rep. Karen Boback Weekly Radio Report/Podcast - 2/18/2011
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The weekly Legislative Report Program/Podcast with Rep. Karen Boback (R-Luzerne, Columbia & Wyoming) is now available for download. You may use this brief public affairs report in its entirety or edit it down for actualities to use in state government news coverage.
Rep. Boback Introduces Bills to Protect PA Consumers from Telephone and Wireless Device Scams - 2/17/2011
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Amid reports that smart phones are now outselling personal computers, legislation has been introduced in Harrisburg to help protect Pennsylvanian consumers from fraud committed through the use of modern communications technology. Rep. Karen Boback (R-Luzerne, Columbia & Wyoming) said she has introduced two bills to help to prevent the growing occurrence of fraud and identity theft via cell phones and other hand held devices. Mike Davies reports, wrap and stand alone bite available.
Rep. Boback Comments on House Passage of Castle Doctrine Legislation - 10/5/2010
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The state House on Tuesday gave final approval to Castle Doctrine legislation that allows Pennsylvania citizens to defend themselves, their homes and families with deadly force, without requiring they first retreat from an assailant. Rep. Karen Boback (R- Luzerne, Columbia & Wyoming) said she was pleased to see legislation approved to preserve the constitutional right of citizens to protect themselves without fear of prosecution. The Castle Doctrine bill now goes to the state Senate for consideration. Mike Davies reports – Story and Bite available.