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Bennett's "Benefits Law" Aims to Transform Ultra-Orthodox Military Service

1/6/2026

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Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett introduced the "Benefits Law" on January 5, 2026, to boost ultra-Orthodox military service.
He plans to cancel the existing draft law, labeling it "un-Jewish" and harmful to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF).
The proposal would grant active reservists housing benefits of one million shekels and public-service discounts.
Bennett says the plan could inject over NIS 100 billion into the economy and win coalition support.

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Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett introduced the "Benefits Law" on January 5, 2026, to boost ultra-Orthodox military service.
He plans to cancel the existing draft law, labeling it "un-Jewish" and harmful to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF).
The proposal would grant active reservists housing benefits of one million shekels and public-service discounts.
Bennett says the plan could inject over NIS 100 billion into the economy and win coalition support.