The Knesset Committee approved the Basic Law: Torah Study for second and third readings on Thursday evening, according to Israeli media reports. MK Moshe Gafni (Degel HaTorah) said the legislation restores Torah study to its proper place. The bill will be brought to the plenum for final approval next week.
The Knesset Committee (ועדת הכנסת) approved the Basic Law: Torah Study for second and third readings on Thursday evening, clearing the final legislative hurdle before a plenum vote. The bill, a softened version of the original proposal, will be brought to the Knesset plenum for final approval next week.
MK Moshe Gafni (Degel HaTorah) welcomed the decision, saying it "restores Torah and its students to their rightful place," according to remarks carried by Israeli media. The bill has been moving through the Knesset in recent weeks, with the coalition advancing it ahead of the election recess.
The final plenum vote is expected next week. The bill's opponents have argued that it elevates Torah study to a quasi-constitutional level without addressing the broader issue of Haredi military service.
5 developments
- DevelopingMK Moshe Gafni on the Basic Law: Torah Study: 'The State of the Jewish people returns Torah honor to its rightful place'
- StrongKnesset Committee approves Basic Law: Torah Study; coalition races ahead of election recess
- StrongMK Avichay Buaron: Torah Study Basic Law should have been enshrined long ago
- StrongKnesset Committee approves transfer of Torah Study Basic Law; legal adviser opposes
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