The Central Elections Committee will place voting booths in nursing homes, despite the Knesset not having passed a dedicated law authorizing the move, according to The Zioneer. The decision reverses the coalition's previous refusal to allow nursing home voting, a controversy that drew High Court involvement and criticism from opposition MKs.
The Central Elections Committee has decided to deploy polling stations in nursing homes for the upcoming elections, acting without a specific Knesset law authorizing the measure, according to The Zioneer.
In earlier coverage by The Zioneer, dating to July 2025, the coalition repeatedly blocked efforts to place voting booths in nursing homes, passing the elections bill in first reading without opposition support. That stance drew criticism from opposition MKs and a High Court order that expressed regret over the Knesset's decision. Now, the committee appears to be acting on its own authority to ensure access for elderly voters who cannot reach regular polling stations.
The practical implications and the government's formal response remain unclear. The development suggests a significant shift ahead of the election date, though the legal basis for the committee's action may still face challenges.
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