Former patient's generosity leads to new treatment center -- The Valley Hope Association (whom Rep George serves as Chairman of the Board) opens its newest center in Moundridge, KS

Pat George Attends Groundbreaking for Valley Hope Association Treatment Facility -- Pat George attended the groundbreaking for the Valley Hope Association’s new residential treatment facility in Moundridge June 1. Dr. Ken Gregoire, President of Valley Hope Association, thanked the many public officials attending the event, indicating that their presence gave the ground-breaking a tremendous feel of dignity and importance. Valley Hope is a nationally recognized chemical dependency treatment provider with locations in seven states.

Autism Commission Visits Statehouse to Raise Awareness -- Members of the Kansas Governor’s Commission on Autism delivered homemade candy today to Kansas Legislators to draw attention to the Governor’s declaration of April being Autism Awareness month.

Coalition of Legislators Respond to CARA Veto and KDHE Obstruction -- Pat George joined a coalition of several legislators in issuing a joint press release and statement in response to the Governor's veto of the CARA bill as well as the KDHE obstruction of criminal proceedings.

Dodge Republicans make last push -- An article detailing the Republican rally held November 2.

Speaker Applauds Pat George Participation in National Conference -- Topeka – Thousands of state lawmakers from across the country recently attended the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) held this year in Boston , MA . The annual meeting provides lawmakers the opportunity to study and discuss the many topics and issues facing their states. Among the many sessions held, they heard from a panel on supporting substance abuse treatment and prevention. Kansas House Representative Pat George ( R-Dodge City ) served on the panel and shared his personal story of drug addiction.

REPRESENTATIVE GEORGE HONORS COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS -- Topeka – Kansas House Representative Pat George (R-Dodge City) called attention today to four Kansans working to make a difference in their communities and around the world.

Compromised Reached on Unemployment Insurance Bill -- The Kansas House and Senate reached a compromise on SB 83, the unemployment insurance bill, which will provided important reforms and relief for Kansas business and Kansas workers.

From Dodge City Globe -- Food Check-Out Day aims to raise awareness of value of American agriculture -- Pat George featured in local article regarding charity event.

Press Release: AT&T donates calling cards to local troops -- AT&T donated calling cards to local troops, an effort Rep. Pat George was involved with.

Pat George Wins Re-Election -- Story from Dodge City Globe on Pat George winning re-election.

Lawmakers say Legislature must find ways to stimulate economy -- Story in Dodge Globe involving Pat George, Sen. Tim Huelskamp, and others.

It’s a Small World After All -- Wendy Stewart writes a nice letter about Pat George and his leadership.

Panel Calls for States to Lead Fight Against Addiction -- Media Release. Pat George serves on panel convened by Join Together, a project of the Boston University School of Public Health, and chaired by former Massachusetts Governor and presidential candidate Michael Dukakis. Representative Pat George R-KS joined Gov. Dukakis and 7 leading experts, in seeking answers to the problem of Substance Abuse Disorder.

Representative George Seeks Another Term -- Media Release. Pat George announces for re-election to Kansas House. Pat represents the 119th District.

Pat George Nominated for “America Honors Recovery” Award -- Pat George has been nominated for this wonderful award. Read this letter from Kenneth C. Gregoire, President/CEO of Valley Hope Association

Rep. Jason Watkins Letter to Editor -- Rep. Jason Watkins wrote the following letter to the editor regarding the school finance issue, as well as the issue of taxes, gambling and other state spending subjects. Rep. George highly recommends it.

Rep. Mike O'Neal Letter to Editor -- Rep. Mike O'Neal wrote the following letter to the editor regarding the important issue of school finance. Pat highly recommends it for some insight into the debate behind this plan.

National Panel Examines State Alcohol and Drug Systems -- Pat is serving on a National panel dedicated to the fight against substance abuse at the state level. Attached is the press release from Join Together, who is putting this important panel together.

George: Size of proposed wind farm may double -- from Dodge city Daily Globe; December 19, 2005; by Charlene Scott -- Article on the proposed wind farm near Spearville, with many comments from Rep. Pat George. Click for link -- registration is free.

Election 2004 Article on Pat George from Dodge City Daily Globe -- Pat sat down with Rebecca Aistrup Gerber and answered several questions about his campaign. Click the link for a PDF copy of the article.

Kansas Chamber honors pro-business lawmakers -- from Dodge City Daily Globe -- Pat was honored in November 2005 for his pro-business positions during the 2005 legislative sessions. Click the link for the article -- you may have to register on the Daily Globe site, but it is free.

A house united -- from Topeka Capital-Journal -- This is an article about Republican and Democratic lawmakers who gather weeky for a prayer meeting for a a spiritual boost. Published on March 5, 2005, written by Phil Anderson. Click on the link to read the article -- you may have to register on the Capital-Journal site, but it is free.