The Combat PTSD Law was approved with cooperation between the coalition and opposition, according to Israeli media. Coalition Chair Ofir Katz said the law is a historic step and that the veterans deserve everything.
Coalition Chair MK Ofir Katz highlighted the bipartisan support behind the Combat PTSD Law on Wednesday evening, calling it a historic achievement. The law, which passed with cooperation between the coalition and opposition, was approved by the Knesset in final reading earlier today at 17:33 Jerusalem, as The Zioneer reported. Katz said the veterans 'deserve everything' and that the law represents a rare moment of unity on a sensitive issue.
The Zioneer’s coverage of the legislation began at 17:33, when the Knesset Arrangements Committee unanimously approved the bill defining combat shock for the first time, followed by the plenum’s final approval. The law legally defines combat shock and provides tailored treatments through the Defense Ministry’s Rehabilitation Division, allocating 45 million shekels for expanded assistance. The passage marks the culmination of a process that moved from committee to final reading in a single day.
The new law is part of a broader effort to address the needs of veterans, against the backdrop of ongoing security challenges. As The Zioneer reported on July 3, the Finance Ministry approved a 15 billion shekel transfer to the defense budget to help close a 40 billion shekel shortfall, underscoring the government’s focus on defense-related spending. The Combat PTSD Law adds a dedicated framework for mental health support within that context.
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