Public Lobby Fights for Israelis' Economic Interests
Translated & summarized from Kipa by baba
Lobby 99, a public organization, advocates for the economic interests of Israelis by influencing government decisions on market competition and corporate influence. The group has successfully promoted reforms to lower import barriers and improve savings programs. Funded by public contributions, Lobby 99 operates on a model where members can become voting partners, ensuring collective influence on economic policies.
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- Lobby 99 advocates for Israeli public economic interests against corporate influence.
- The organization has passed dozens of laws and reforms over ten years.
- Key achievements include lowering import barriers and improving child savings programs.
- Lobby 99 is funded solely by public contributions, not corporate money.
- Members can become voting partners, influencing the organization's direction.
The high cost of living in Israel is not solely determined by household budgeting, but significantly by decisions made in the Knesset and government regarding market competition and the influence of large corporations. Lobby 99, a non-partisan public lobby, aims to represent the interests of the general public in economic and social matters before policymakers and regulators. Unlike commercial lobbyists representing corporations and wealthy individuals, Lobby 99 is funded exclusively by public contributions.
Over its ten years of operation, Lobby 99 has been instrumental in passing dozens of laws and reforms, collaborating with lawmakers across the political spectrum. The organization focuses on practical solutions to everyday economic issues, from consumer goods prices to natural resources. Key achievements include promoting reforms to remove import barriers, which increases competition and aims to lower prices for consumers. They also successfully advocated for changes to the "Savings for Every Child" program, improving default investment options for higher returns and allowing transfers to more lucrative provident funds.
Lobby 99 also works to protect public pension funds, improve public transportation, and enhance competition against banks and large corporations. The organization's unique model allows any member who pays a monthly fee, of their choosing, to become a voting partner. Members can propose issues, participate in selecting activity areas, and approve the annual budget, ensuring every voice has equal weight regardless of contribution amount. This collective model empowers the public to influence decisions affecting their finances and future opportunities.
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