Legislation
New judiciary procedure tightens rules on photography in court buildings
The procedure accompanies a recently passed amendment that restricts the photographing and publication of identifying images of suspects held in custody before an indictment is filed.
Bill to give Knesset power to freeze Netanyahu's criminal trial postponed upon PM's opposition
New bills on gov't owned companies 'harmful to public' -Dep. AG
Six appear in UK court charged over banned group Palestine Action
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Senate passes bill elevating antisemitism monitor to ambassador
The US House of Representatives passed a similar bill last year, meaning it is almost certain to become law before the year ends and the current Congress lapses.
Senate approves bipartisan bill to elevate status of antisemitism monitor
“As we have seen far too often, antisemitism is surging in New York state, our country, and across the world.”
Israel to legalize, regulate recreational cannabis market within 9 months
After receiving government approval, the bills will be rewritten into a new law under the supervision of Blue and White MK Michal Cotler-Wunsh.
Uncertainty remains as vote on conversion-therapy bill nears
The legislation, proposed by Meretz leader Nitzan Horowitz, would remove the license of a psychologist who uses conversion therapy, fine them and send them to jail for repeat offenses.
Legislative committee approves bill for gender salary equality
According to the bill, employers who employ over 100 employees will be forced by law to publish an annual report detailing the differences in salary between women and men in the organization.
Knesset committee to approve bill to legalize cannabis
The use of cannabis will be permitted to Israelis from the age of 21, with the exception of those working in security positions.
Supreme Court rules in favor of prisoners, orders unlimited call duration
The District Court's ruling stated that phone calls constitute a fundamental right to prisoners, inhibiting the limitation.
High Court wrestles with whether Yazbak provocations are disqualifying
Likud lawyer Avi Halevi told the High Court that Heba Yazbak had more than crossed the line with her public statements and posts supporting terrorist Samir Kuntar.
ILF leads first-of-its-kind international campaign against antisemitism
“The use of IHRA's definition as a practical legal tool is the key to efficiently fighting rising antisemitism worldwide,” said Yifa Segal of the Forum's work.
