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Knesset to Hold Hearings on Media Reform and Western Wall Prayer Bill on May 17
The Knesset will hold three hearings on Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi's media reform and a constitution committee discussion on a bill to prevent mixed-gender prayers at the Western Wall on May 17, 2026.
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The Knesset is scheduled to hold three hearings on Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi's media reform on May 17, 2026. The Knesset constitution committee is also set to discuss a bill to prevent mixed-gender prayers at the Western Wall on the same day. The date for Election Day has not been set yet as of May 17, 2026.
Some members of the coalition are trying to fast-track the approval of their bills. The Knesset will see a slew of hearings on bills advancing the government overhaul as of May 17, 2026. The Knesset will also see hearings on controversial bills to benefit settlers and the ultra-Orthodox community.
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