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Law to Punish Israelis Helping PA Illegals

A temporary law banning Israelis from assisting PA Arabs from finding work in pre-1967 Israel has passed its first reading.

Judicial Reform Bills Pass on First Reading

Two bills aimed at reforming Israel's High Court of Justice were approved by the Knesset in a tumultuous plenary session.

Barak, Ayalon Punished for Knesset Absences

Defense Minister Barak, Deputy Foreign Minister Ayalon have pay docked for missing too many Knesset sessions.

Kadima: Rivlin Has Conflict of Interests

MK Meir Sheetrit openly accused Knesset Speaker Ruby Rivlin of using his position to campaign for the Presidency.

Knesset Refuses to Declassify Temple Mount Report

The Knesset has refused to declassify a State Comptroller report slamming officials for pervasive failures at the Temple Mount

Knesset Rejects Four Non-Confidence Motions

The Knesset rejects four non-confidence motions as its winter session begins. Labor MKs absent during vote.

Bill Aims to Save Jewish Towns from Destruction

MK Zevulun Orlev (Home) has filed a bill that would require courts to order monetary compensation rather than demolition orders.

Over 25,000 Jews Visit Hevron and the Cave of Patriarchs

During the past weekend, an estimated 25,000 people gathered to celebrate the Festival of Sukkot at the Cave of Patriarchs in Hevron.

Bill Passes First Reading to Drastically Raise Libel Penalty

A new bill to drastically raise the penalty for written slander -- libel -- has passed its first reading in a Knesset committee.

Knesset Attorney: ‘Nakba Law’ is Constitutional

Knesset’s legal adviser declares the ‘Nakba law’ cutting funding for groups mourning over Israel’s creation to be constitutional.

Arab MKs Back PA Over Israel

Arab MKs have advised PA officials in Ramallah to go forward with their statehood bid at the UN over Israeli objections.

Knesset to Meet on Hamas Attacks

A special Knesset session called to discuss the cost of living will focus on Hamas' recent attacks on southern Israel.

During the Summer Break, the Knesset Renovates

The Knesset is taking advantage of the summer break to renovate, but not everyone is happy with the timing of the renovation.

New Knesset Site to Carry All Debates Live

Knesset to unveil its new website after the holidays. Debates in all committees except one to be carried live.

Out of Touch? Knesset Gets Clothing Stipend Amidst Fiscal Crunch

Israel's lawmakers will receive a clothing stipend of 4018 NIS in July as committee discusses increasing salaries and pensions.

Video: MK Hotovely vs. Arab MK Zouabi in Head-On Collision

Nationalist MK Tzipi Hotovely has had enough of flotilla-sailing MK Zouabi, lays into her on video. Zouabi displays her contempt for Israel.

Law Requires Worker Benefits, Obligations

A new law would require employers to inform workers, in writing, of the conditions of their employment within one month of starting work.

Zoabi Writes Letter of Apology to Usher

MK Hanin Zoabi sent a formal letter of apology to the Knesset usher she assaulted last week, but could not see fit to apologize in person.

The Knesset Unveils Its Hidden Treasures

A vast collection of treasures, gift and souvenirs given to Israel has been unveiled by the Knesset.

Gush Shalom Challenges Boycott Bill

Attempting to prove its point that the Knesset Law imposing penalties on boycott organizers was unconstitutional the Left petitioned the court.

Knesset Approves ‘Boycott Bill’

Bill which prevents companies from participating in government bids if they boycott Judea and Samaria communities passes second and third readings.

Survey: Religious Right Continues Growth

The political right-wing and hareidi-religious bloc continues to grow, poll finds. Public support for parties nearly unchanged.

Jewish Parliamentarians Visit Knesset, Noam Schalit

The International Council of Jewish Parliamentarians visited the Knesset and Noam Schalit during their consultations.

Bill Would Put Govt in Charge of Feeding Poor

The Knesset on Tuesday passed on its first reading a bill to have government ensure adequate nutrition for all Israelis.

Knesset Launches Anti-Delegitimization Caucus

Likud MK Miri Regev has launched the Knesset's Anti-Delegitimazation Causus, which will combat attempts to undermine Jewish rights to Israel

Knesset Approves Nakba Law

Knesset approves law which would cut off funding to groups who deny the existence of Israel. Arab MKs unhappy with the approval.

European Friends of Israel Visit Knesset, Condemn Iran

380 members of the European Friends of Israel visited the Knesset as part of the EFI's Second Policy Conference.

Meet The Knesset #2: Einat Wilf

INNs Meet the Knesset talks with Einat Wilf of about Ehud Barak's new Independence faction, the Labor break-up, and Oslo.

Meet the Knesset #1: MK Danny Danon

INN's new feature, Meet the Knesset, introduces Danny Danon and his plans to stop foreign government funding for Israeli NGO political advocacy.

‘Bishara Law’ Passes First Reading

Knesset approves first reading of a bill that would stop payment of salary to MKs who are suspected of serious crimes.

MK Shamalov-Berkovich: Family Values Yes, 'Peace Obsession' No

Kadima MK Yulia Shamalov-Berkovich isn't a fan of “trendy” groups like the New Israel Fund, or trendy movements like feminism.

Likud and Kadima in Tug-of-War over Knesset Committees

After MK HaNegbi's suspension, Kadima wants to ditch Foreign Relations and Defense C'tee in favor of Finance. Likud says no.

Bad News for Obama? Voter Poll Shows Nationalist Camp Growing

Nationalist and religious camp, including hareidi parties, would grow from 65 to 73 Knesset seats, while the Left would shrink from 55 to 47.

Government to Debate Loyalty Pledge: PM Approves

Proposed amendment to Citizenship Law would require all aspiring citizens to pledge allegiance to a Jewish state.

Knesset Votes 27:0 to Limit Foreign Ownership of Land

The sale of land to foreigners will require ministerial approval, according to a law supported by Left and Right.

Knesset Members, Citizens Run for Cover in Massive Drill

Knesset Members and citizens throughout Israel ran for bomb shelters on Wednesday as part of a huge national drill to prepare for hostile missiles.

Haggadah By Zionist Hero Presented in Knesset

The second edition of a Passover Haggadah by pre-state Lehi militia leader Yisrael Eldad was warmly received by Knesset Members.

Mike Huckabee Praises Israel, Urges US to Refocus on Iran

Governor Mike Huckabee was honored in the Knesset and told the audience, "The world should say 'Thank you, Israel'!"

Israeli Youths Speak their Minds in Knesset

The Knesset hosted a group of Israeli teenagers in the plenum after Tu B'Shvat, letting them speak from the rostrum for the first time in history.

Leftist Knesset Members Angered by Rabbi's Pro-Life Letter

The Knesset Committee for the Advancement of Women addressed a letter from the Chief Rabbinate's office asking rabbis to help decrease abortions.

Jordanian Lawyers Seek Arrest of Two Knesset Legislators

First it was Europe. Now it is Jordan, where lawyers want an arrest warrant of two Knesset MK for their calling Jordan a “Palestinian” state.

Knesset ‘Downgrades’ Barak, Charges him for 1st Class Upgrade

The Knesset orders Defense Minister Barak to pay for upgrading airline seats for him and his wife to first-class. He says he acted “in good faith."

‘Boycott Britain,’ Suggests Kadima MK

Kadima MK Tirosh suggests a boycott of goods from Britain, which has urged Judea and Samaria foods to be labeled “Israeli settlement produce."

Barakeh Indictment Filed in Tel Aviv Court

Israeli-Arab MK Mohammed Barakeh was indicted Wednesday in the Tel Aviv District Court on four charges. He could face up to five years in jail.

Christian Allies to Be Honored in Jerusalem

A Hungarian pastor whose newspaper helped change attitudes towards Israel during the war in Gaza will be honored by the Knesset Christian Caucus.

MKs Trade Verbal Punches: Fifth Columnist vs. Miserable Wretch

“You are a fifth columnist,” National Union Knesset Member Uri Ariel accused Arab MK Taleb El-Sana, who replied, "You are a miserable wretch.”

Knesset Panel Okays Bill Aimed at Pro-Arab Court Ruling

A Knesset committee has approved a bill that would circumvent a High Court ruling nine years ago and allow small Jewish towns to bar Arabs.

First Reading Passes for Double Maternity Leave

A new bill would legally extend maternity leave from the current three months to six months.

Knesset Members Disabled For a Day

For the first time in the Knesset, many Knesset Members experienced first-hand the hardships of accessibility for disabled persons.

Bill To Protect Taxi Drivers Adds Partitions, Panic Buttons

Knesset member Majalli Wahabi (Kadima) submit a proposal Monday to establish a requirement to protect taxi drivers after recent murders.

Knesset Members to Get Bible Lessons

Jewish studies experts from Hebrew Univesity will give courses to Israeli parliamentarians on the Jewish Bible.

Hesder Rabbi Fights Calls to Close Yeshivas over Refusal Issue

Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee grills hesder yeshivas representative over rabbis' alleged encouragement of conscientious objection in IDF.

Proposed Bill: Soldiers Won’t be Used to Evict Jews

In a bid for national unity, MKs Eldad and Hotobeli propose a bill banning use of soldiers in expulsions. Six soldiers were jailed this month.

Poll: Religious and Secular Right Continue to Gain Support

Survey shows that support for the religious and secular Right continues to grow, and now stands at 72 of 120 Knesset seats.

Is US Envoy Mitchell Interfering in Knesset Policy?

MK Ben-Ari says U.S. envoy Mitchell intervened in internal Knesset affairs over a planned speech in memory of Rabbi Kahane.

Knesset Ignores Kahane; MK's Memorial Speech Pulled

The Knesset has pulled a speech by MK Ben-Ari in honor of slain former MK Rabbi Meir Kahane. A hearing was postponed due to low attendance.

Knesset Law Keeps Consumer Purchases 'Kosher'

A new Knesset law dealing with the consumer's right to cancel phone transactions is now "kosher," thanks to the intervention of a Knesset member

MKs ‘Singing for the Rain’

Knesset Members are singing for rain. They cannot pass a law that rain will fall, but they will meet Tuesday to pray for much-needed precipitation.

Labor Blocks Bill Defining Jerusalem ‘Capital of Jewish People’

A Jewish Home MK proposed a bill declaring Jerusalem the capital of Israel and the Jewish People. Labor forced him to withdraw the proposal.