Most Active Israeli Lawmakers Named Ahead of New Knesset Session
Translated & summarized from Mignews by baba
Data released ahead of the 26th Knesset's first session names the most active lawmakers of the previous term. Simcha Rothman led in total hours spent at the Knesset, followed by Innon Azulay and Meirav Cohen. While these metrics show physical presence, experts note they don't fully capture legislative quality.
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- Simcha Rothman recorded the most hours in the Knesset, totaling 7,745.
- Innon Azulay and Meirav Cohen ranked second and third respectively in parliamentary presence.
- Meirav Cohen led opposition lawmakers in total hours spent at the Knesset.
- The 26th Knesset is set to hold its first session on November 10th.
- Experts state presence hours don't fully reflect legislative work quality.
As the 26th Knesset prepares for its inaugural session and the swearing-in of 120 lawmakers on November 10th, data has been released identifying the most active members of the outgoing parliament. The analysis, reported by "Zman Knesset," tracked the total hours spent by each MK in the Knesset building during their term.
Leading the list is Simcha Rothman, chairman of the Knesset's Legislative Committee from the Religious Zionism party, with 7,745 hours and 39 minutes. Following him is Shas party MK Innon Azulay, who logged 6,869 hours and 50 minutes. Meirav Cohen of Yesh Atid secured third place and leads the opposition members with 6,484 hours and 35 minutes. Knesset Speaker of Likud is fourth with 6,381 hours and 45 minutes, and Likud MK Amit Halevi rounds out the top five with 6,367 hours and 55 minutes.
The statistics also detail participation in committee meetings. Rothman recorded 1,093 committee appearances, while Azulay participated in 1,239 meetings. Experts caution that these figures primarily reflect physical presence and do not fully represent the scope or quality of parliamentary work and legislative activity.
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