Speaker Amir Ohana reduces Knesset budget by NIS 50 mil. to support Israel's economy
Knesset Speaker Ohana said he had informed Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich of his budget-reduction initiative and that the funds are expected to be deposited in the treasury
Assessment
Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana has announced a NIS 50 million cut to the legislature's own budget, with funds redirected to the national treasury. The move signals an effort by a senior political figure to demonstrate fiscal restraint within government institutions. The announcement follows notification to Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, indicating coordination. Further details on how the savings will be achieved and whether other state bodies will follow remain to be seen.