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Israeli Lawmakers' Perks: Salary, Staff, and Perks Detailed
Newly elected Knesset members in Israel will earn a monthly salary of about 48,700 shekels before taxes, with additional benefits including a car, staff, and housing allowance for some.
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- 01New Knesset members will earn about 48,700 shekels monthly before taxes, including cost-of-living adjustments.
- 02Around 45 new politicians without prior legislative experience are expected to enter the Knesset.
- 03The "Yashar!" party list and Likud party will see the largest number of new lawmakers.
- 04Each parliamentarian receives a company car or travel reimbursement and can hire up to three state-funded assistants.
- 05Non-resident lawmakers are eligible for a monthly housing allowance of up to 5,000 shekels in Jerusalem.
- 06Members of Knesset are allocated 95,000 to 100,000 shekels annually for public outreach expenses.
- 07Knesset members are granted legal immunity for actions and statements made during their official duties.
The recent election is bringing approximately 45 new politicians into parliament, with the "Yashar!" and Likud parties seeing the largest number of new faces. Lawmakers also receive funds for public outreach and are granted legal immunity for their official duties.
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