Government Law (Amendment – Holding a Periodic Press Conference for Media Outlets in Israel) Bill
Translated from Hebrew: הצעת חוק הממשלה (תיקון - קיום מסיבת עיתונאים עיתית לגופי התקשורת בישראל)
TL;DRA proposal to require the Prime Minister to hold a public press conference for media representatives in Israel at least every 45 days.
Translated from Hebrew
What does the bill do?
The proposal provides that the Prime Minister will be required to hold a press briefing with Israeli media representatives broadcasting in Hebrew and Arabic, which will include a minimum of 60 minutes of answering questions. The briefing will be held in Jerusalem or at the Prime Minister's Office, under the management of the Government Press Office. In exceptional circumstances related to state security, the date may be postponed by up to 14 additional days. The proposal applies to the Prime Minister of Israel and is intended to promote transparency.
The votes on this bill
Coalition 67 seats
Left the coalition 9 seats
Opposition 44 seats
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