Knesset Begins Debate on Basic Law for Torah Study with Gafni Presenting

First reported by Behadrei Haredim · 1 day ago

What happened

The Israeli Knesset has started debating the Basic Law on Torah Study, with MK Moshe Gafni presenting the bill. The coalition needs 61 votes to pass it, but some coalition members oppose it. Around 60 MKs will speak before the vote later today.

• 01Knesset began debating the Basic Law on Torah Study today.
• 02MK Moshe Gafni presented the bill to the plenum.
• 03Coalition needs at least 61 votes for passage.
• 04Some coalition MKs have announced opposition to the bill.
• 05About 60 MKs expected to speak before the vote.
• 06Vote scheduled for later today after debate.

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