Communications Committee approves media reform bill after removing app clause

The Knesset Communications Committee approved the Communications (Broadcasting) Bill for second and third readings after dropping the 'app clause' and voting on over 400 reservations. The bill now heads to the Knesset plenum for final votes.

The Knesset Communications Committee approved the media reform bill for final readings early Tuesday, following extensive deliberation. The committee removed a controversial clause regarding news apps — the 'app clause' — which had drawn opposition from various factions. Over 400 reservations were debated and voted on before the bill advanced. The legislation now moves to the Knesset plenum for second and third readings.

2 developments

1. 04:04 · 14 JulLatest

   Committee officially advances communications law to final Knesset plenum votes.

2. 02:39 · 14 Jul

   Communications Committee approves media reform bill after removing app clause

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