Recognition of the Contribution of Dogs That Served in Security Bodies Bill

What does the bill do?

Under the Recognition of the Contribution of Dogs That Served in Security Bodies Law, 5786–2026, it was provided that the owner of a dog (other than a corporation) that served in the Israel Defense Forces, the Israel Police, the Israel Prison Service or the Knesset Guard will be entitled to reimbursement from the state for the medical expenses required to treat their dog, including medical insurance. The reimbursement of expenses will not exceed 5,000 new shekels per year, will be conditional on proof of actual payment, and its amount will be updated every year, on February 16, according to the rate of increase of the consumer price index. In addition, it was provided that the Minister of Defense, the Minister of National Security and the Speaker of the Knesset will be in charge of implementing the law in the bodies under their responsibility, and they may enact regulations governing how requests for medical reimbursement are submitted and handled.