Securing our Future
March 26, 2013
It is very nice to be home in Hawaii this week, meeting with constituents and enjoying some time with my family and friends. Before leaving Washington, I voted against a continuing resolution to fund the government through the remainder of the fiscal year. The bill is bad for Hawaii and our country. My opposition to the measure was simple, we kept spending at 2011 levels through the end of the fiscal year, but we failed to address sequestration. We left in place a series of ...
A Common Sense Budget
March 07, 2013
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An Interview with Colleen On Her New Panel Appointment
September 23, 2011
Last week, Colleen was appointed as one of seven members of the House Armed Services Committee’s Panel on Business Challenges within the Defense Industry. The panel will examine the current defense business environment and to look at ways that the Department of Defense can spur innovation, competition, and cost savings by encouraging new entrants into the industrial base and supporting the transition of technology. ...
The Announcement
August 24, 2011
I think everyone is aware that this has been a difficult decision for me. The announcement by Senator Daniel Akaka that he will retire from his seat in the U.S. Senate presents an unusual opportunity to serve the people of Hawaii, one that has rarely existed since we became a state over fifty years ago. ...
Colleen Hanabusa Cosponsors 62 Pieces of Legislation Through June 1
June 29, 2011
From day one, Colleen Hanabusa has fought to make a difference. In her first year in Congress—a time when many lawmakers are content to rest on their laurels and kick back—Colleen has already cosponsored dozens of bills. Some of the bills are on familiar topics… ...
President Bill Clinton Endorses Colleen Hanabusa for Congress
October 22, 2010
President Clinton says “This is a vital election for Hawaii and for America. That’s why I’m endorsing Colleen Hanabusa.” ...
Transcript of Colleen’s Live Twitter Q&A
October 13, 2010
Please find a transcript of Colleen’s first live Twitter Q&A on Wednesday, October 13, 2010, at 11:00 a.m. The 30-minute session allowed Colleen an opportunity to directly tweet with voters about important issues. ...
Hawaii Public Radio Congressional debate cancelled due to Djou refusal
October 08, 2010
Despite a contrary report in this morning’s Star-Advertiser, the debate between First Congressional District candidates Colleen Hanabusa and Charles Djou has been cancelled due to Djou’s refusal to attend. ...
Statement of Colleen Hanabusa on moving into the First Congressional District
October 06, 2010
“While I am proud of my roots on Oahu’s Leeward Coast, and while it has been an honor to serve the 21st district in the Hawaii State Senate for the past twelve years, I have said since the beginning of this campaign that if the voters honor me by electing me to Congress, I will move into the First Congressional District.” ...
Campaign’s Response to President Obama’s Support
September 25, 2010
The Colleen Hanabusa for Congress campaign today released the following statement in response to President Barack Obama’s email supporting Colleen Hanabusa in her campaign for Congress (HI-01): ...
