National Authority for the Fight Against Poverty Bill
Translated from Hebrew: הצעת חוק הרשות הלאומית למאבק בעוני
TL;DRA proposal to establish a national authority to fight poverty under the Ministry for the Development of the Periphery, the Negev and the Galilee, with a 15-member council.
Translated from Hebrew
What does the bill do?
The bill sets up a national authority to fight poverty that will work to reduce poverty in Israel. The authority will formulate a multi-year plan and annual plans for its implementation, conduct research and promote financial education, and coordinate between ministries and local authorities. The authority will be managed by a director and overseen by a 15-member council that includes representatives of government ministries and public representatives with experience in relevant fields. The council will approve the plans, the budget and expenditures, and will supervise the implementation of the activities.
The votes on this bill
Coalition 64 seats
Opposition 56 seats
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