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Religious Zionism Party Sets Dates and Rules for Upcoming Primaries
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First reported by Arutz Sheva · Jul 6, 2026
What happened
The Religious Zionism party has scheduled its primary elections for July 26, 2024, with candidate registration closing on July 21. The party outlined candidacy requirements, voting procedures, and established committees to ensure a fair process, urging candidates to campaign respectfully.
- 01Religious Zionism party sets primary voting for July 26, 2024, with registration closing July 21.
- 02Non-Knesset candidates must submit 15 signatures and pay a 240 shekel fee; Knesset members pay only the fee.
- 03Voting will be physical ballots; locations and hours to be announced later.
- 04A special exceptions committee will handle cases like reservists and members abroad.
- 05The election date balances Knesset dissolution risks, vacations, and campaign timing.
- 06Candidates are urged to run fair and respectful campaigns.
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