Finance Ministry

2025 budget to include freeze of annual social security benefit increase, Smotrich says

Smotrich presented what he deemed the "central principles and budget framework," and did not lay out expected budgets in specific ministries.

Finance C’ttee approves NIS 396m. to extend aid to the residents of North and South

The Knesset Finance Committee approved nearly NIS 400 million for evacuee aid, sparking criticism over fund allocation and timing.

Israel implements automated doctors note, revolutionizing sick days

Insured Israelis will soon be able to obtain a digitalized doctor's certificate without visiting a doctor, significantly reducing doctors' loads.

Smotrich advances extra-budgetary war funds despite Finance min professional warning

Finance Minister Smotrich seeks approval for a NIS 3 billion fund to cover war expenses, sparking internal tension over Israel's budget management.

25/08/2024

Smotrich proposes additional three billion NIS for war necessities

The government is expected to approve the Finance Minister's proposal for a nearly three billion NIS budget supplement to fund evacuations, military reserves, and assistance for October 7 victims.

By ANNA BARSKY , LIAM ADIVE
25/08/2024

Job loss for Israeli parents hurts children's academic performance - Finance min

A recent study showed that the sudden job loss of a parent can significantly impact the child's academic future and increase the probability of their involvement in crime.

22/08/2024

Smotrich calls on budget dep. head to resign, accuses him of failing to comply with his policies

Smotrich's response to Gardos reflects the existing tension between the finance minister and one of the most important economic figures in the country.

Netanyahu and Smotrich discuss 2025 budget amid critique of delays

The two discussed the budget's framework and different alternatives for its structure, with the goal of supporting the war efforts

19/08/2024

Grants for evacuees set to expire in August as gov't fails to renew

As laws providing unemployment and housing grants to evacuees from northern and southern Israel near expiration, the National Insurance Institute urges the Finance Ministry to extend these benefits.

18/08/2024

Smotrich orders haredi daycare subsidies to continue, defying attorney general

Smotrich's decision opens another front in the struggle between the government and the attorney general's office.

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