Knesset approves 2026 state budget by a vote of 62 to 55 and later also approves the Arrangements Law. Opposition suffers an embarrassing moment after accidentally voting in favor of additional funding for the haredi sector.
MK Avichay Buaron explains why the state budget addresses the needs of all sectors, sharply criticizes the left-wing bloc, and warns against a government that would rely on Arab votes.
Members of the Knesset are set to vote today on the updated 2026 state budget in its second and third readings-almost at the last moment allowed by law. If the budget does not pass, the Knesset will automatically dissolve, triggering elections.
Government approves a roughly 30 billion shekel increase to the defense budget through a 3% across-the-board cut to government ministries. Ministers Elkin and Sa’ar oppose the move.
Finance Minister and Religious Zionist Party leader Bezalel Smotrich said in an interview with Arutz Sheva - Israel National News that Israel cannot tolerate the continued existence of Iran’s current regime.
Haredi parties halt the split of the Arrangements Bill and demand progress on the Draft Law. Vote postponed to Monday after no solution reached.
Minister Ze'ev Elkin casts doubt on possibility that Draft Law will pass, urges them to support budget bill regardless: Here's why.
State budget bill passes its first reading in the Knesset with 62 votes in favor and 55 against.
Attempts to use state budget as leverage will harm haredim as much as anyone else, MK Moshe Solomon warns.
In an interview with Arutz Sheva, MK Moshe Saada argues that the budget crisis is not real and that the budget will pass on Wednesday. He adds that the current version of the Draft Law will not withstand Supreme Court scrutiny.
Budget vote delayed to Wednesday due to haredi parties' demand to pass Draft Law.
Despite the government’s approval of the defense budget, the Ground Forces have decided to freeze training for approximately 25 units, out of concern over potential future cuts.
After extended negotiations with the Finance Ministry, the welfare tax slated to apply to police officers, prison guards, and firefighters will be canceled, budgets will be significantly expanded, and thousands of new positions will be opened.
After late-night discussions, a defense budget of 112 billion shekels was agreed upon. The Prime Minister decided that the defense budget will increase by 350 billion shekels over the next decade.
Finance Minister announces plan to reduce taxes and promote Aliyah with economic incentives, says 'blank check' for defense spending will end.
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich will meet with PM Netanyahu on Thursday to present the principles of the 2026 state budget, which aims to transition Israel’s economy from a period of emergency to growth, easing the tax burden on the public.
Degel Hatorah faction promises to vote against supplementary budget bill, threatening coalition majority.
Over a discussion on a 31 billion shekel budget increase, the ministers clashed on the distribution of the budget, aid to Gaza, and security for educational institutions.
PM congratulates Finance Minister Smotrich on the passage of the State of Israel's budget today.
Knesset approves NIS 619 billion budget in 2nd and 3rd readings. Finance Minister Smotrich: "A budget that provides a response to the needs of the war until victory and encourages growth."
Otzma Yehudit agreed to abstain from voting against the Arrangements Bill which accompanies the state budget. Smotich will not return to the Knesset, allowing Otzma MK Kroiser to remain.
A senior government official expresses concern about Agudat Yisrael's threats to join Otzma Yehudit MKs and vote against some of the state budget laws.
Otzma Yehudit accuses Smotrich of blocking the transfer of hundreds of millions of shekels to the police, votes against budget laws in the Knesset.
Knesset also approves the extension of the state of emergency for another year, until December 2025, in line with the government's request.
Minister Itamar Ben Gvir attacks Minister Smotrich over state budget debate; and Otzma Yehudit threatens not to vote with coalition.
The government has approved a state budget for 2025 of approximately 605 billion shekels, an important step in avoiding early elections.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, agree National Insurance Institute premiums will rise, but stipends won't be frozen.
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich responds to Housing Minister's demand that the Draft Law pass before the State budget.
62 MKs voted for the budget while 55 objected. Yair Lapid: 'The most sectarian, disconnected, and careless budget in the history of the state.'
PM Netanyahu answers journalists' questions on budget, asking, 'Is a haredi teacher not a teacher? Is a haredi child half a child?'
Chairman of the National Unity party and member of the war cabinet announced that his party would oppose the state budget
The government of a Jewish country must ensure basic food products are accessible by all, Tzohar's Rabbi Cherlow says.
Arrangements Law for 2023-2024 approved as well. Netanyahu: We're continuing for four good years. Liberman: A dark stain on Israel.
PM addresses coalition MKs and ministers ahead of whirlwind session to pass the State budget tomorrow.
MK Ze'ev Elkin says despite passage of State budget, government 'will continue to be squabbling and divided.'
Additional budget for periphery sector clears hurdle to Otzma Yehudit's support for the State budget.
UTJ, Likud agree to compromise on funding for the haredi sector, paving way for passage of state budget.
With one week to pass spending plan or face new elections, government presents its budget to the Knesset as divisions in Coalition remain.
Housing Minister Goldknopf says he will resign position, vote against budget, if promised funds are not approved.
Housing Min. Yitzhak Goldknopf demands Finance Committee chair Moshe Gafni join protest against State budget.
MK Moshe Kinley Tur-Paz won't deny report that Bennett-Lapid government promised haredi parties over NIS 1 billion in exchange for vote.
Previous government negotiated with UTJ MKs in attempt to secure their support for the State budget.
'This is a historic moment, State of Israel is taking responsibility for Judea and Samaria,' Binyamin Region chief Israel Ganz says.
Haredi faction claims clauses in its coalition agreements were ignored by PM Netanyahu in the state budget which was passed last week.
The Cabinet has approved a budget for the state of Israel through the year 2024.
A day before the deadline for the cabinet to approve the budget, Finance Minister has a multi-front war to fight.
Budget approved in second and third readings by a majority of 61 to 59. Voting on 2022 budget, Arrangements Law to continue later today.
MK Yakov Litzman slams proposed state budget, says 'first time I've seen dogs give something to cats.' MK Kushnir: 'You don't know much.'
PM addresses '40 signatures' Knesset session initiated by opposition on the state budget, praises Minister Kahana's kashrut reforms.
UAL demands government amend family unification law, bailing out bankrupt Arab city, and repealing law against illegal construction.
NIS 960 million to be transferred by end of 2021 within state budget framework.
After three years without new state budget, Knesset votes to give preliminary approval to framework for 2021-2022 spending bill.
MK Ayman Odeh promises: 'Joint Arab List won't support the budget, and that's final.'
Yamina's MK Chikli offers to strike deal with coalition, in exchange for his support of the proposed state budget.
Finance Minister asks PM Netanyahu to ensure the state budget is approved on schedule.
Knesset approves first reading of State Budget for 2019 by a majority of 61 to 51.
Labor party head Avi Gabbay says PM Netanyahu has been in power for too long, openly admits to working to bring down the current coalition.
Knesset approves state budget and economic plan for 2017-2018 by a majority of 60 to 48.
Knesset’s Finance Committee approves state budget for 2017-2018. It must still pass its second and third Knesset readings.
Knesset approves first readings of the State Budget Law and the Arrangements Law for 2017 and 2018.
