Colleen Hanabusa, the former U.S. Representative and Hawaii Senate trailblazer, has died at the age of 74. Hanabusa was remembered as a barrier breaker in Hawaii politics, with her passing prompting flags to be ordered at half-staff statewide. Local leaders, including Mayor Rick Blangiardi and Governor officials, expressed their condolences and recognized her contributions to the state. Hawaii lawmakers gathered to honor her memory as they reflect on the impact she made during her career.