Congressman Rob Wittman’s legislation to rename the New Kent Post Office in honor of the late Patricia Paige passed the U.S. House of Representatives with bipartisan support on Apr. 14. Paige, who served in the Army Reserves and was a long-time member of the New Kent County Board of Supervisors, died on November 28, 2023, after many years dedicated to public service.
The move aims to recognize Paige’s significant contributions to her community and state. Wittman said that honoring her through this renaming is a way for the community to remember her legacy.
“I am thrilled to see that my bill to rename the New Kent Post Office in honor of Patricia Paige has passed the House,” said Rep. Wittman. “Ms. Paige was a community leader whose impact will be felt for generations. She was passionate about creating opportunities for young people, protecting seniors from fraud, and improving transportation access across the region. She loved this community, and we owe it to her to honor and continue her legacy.”
Sandi Paige, sister of Patricia Paige, also commented: “Ms. Paige worked diligently on getting the New Kent Post Office built, and she loved New Kent County, Va. She would do anything to help anyone. Ms. Paige loved the Lord and her family and friends. The Paige family is grateful to everyone who helped get this post office renamed for their kindness and friendship, not only to Patricia but also the family.”
The legislation received cosponsorship from several representatives including Jen Kiggans (VA-02), Bobby Scott (VA-03), Jennifer McClellan (VA-04), John McGuire (VA-05), Ben Cline (VA-06), Eugene Vindman (VA-07), Don Beyer (VA-08), Morgan Griffith (VA-09), Suhas Subramanyam (VA-10), and James Walkinshaw (VA-11).
Wittman is currently serving in Congress representing Virginia’s 1st district after replacing Jo Ann Davis in 2007 according to his official biography. He previously served in both the Virginia House of Delegates and Westmoreland County Board of Supervisors between 2006 and 2007 as reported by Congress Biographical Directory. Born in Washington D.C., Wittman is now aged 64 and resides in Montross according to Vote Smart. He graduated from Virginia Tech with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1981 as noted by Virginia Tech News.
The passage of this bill marks an effort by local leaders at all levels—family members included—to ensure that public spaces reflect those who have shaped their communities.
