Interpretation Law (Amendment – Definition of Discrimination on the Basis of Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation or Religious Belief) Bill
Translated from Hebrew: הצעת חוק הפרשנות (תיקון - הגדרת הפליה על רקע זהות מגדרית, נטייה מינית או אמונה דתית)
TL;DRA proposal to amend the Interpretation Law to add an explicit definition of discrimination on the basis of gender identity, sexual orientation or religious belief.
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What does the bill do?
The proposal adds to the definition of the term "discrimination" in the Interpretation Law 5741 discrimination on the basis of gender identity, sexual orientation or religious belief. The amendment is intended to apply wherever in laws and regulations there is a reference to the prohibition of discrimination. According to the explanatory notes, this amendment will serve as an interpretive tool for courts in every issue related to discrimination, and will serve as an educational declaration regarding equal rights in Israeli society.
The votes on this bill
Coalition 64 seats
Opposition 56 seats
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