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High Court Freezes Ultra-Orthodox School Funds Over Curriculum

8/14/2026

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Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara announced that funding for ultra-Orthodox schools will depend on core-curriculum compliance this school year.
The High Court of Justice froze coalition transfers to ultra-Orthodox institutions lacking curriculum compliance.
Justice Gila Canfy-Steinitz asked why the funds were transferred.
Justice Yael Wilner called the transfers unlawful.
State attorney Neta Oren admitted most funds moved before approvals, confirming a practice of premature transfers.

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Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara announced that funding for ultra-Orthodox schools will depend on core-curriculum compliance this school year.
The High Court of Justice froze coalition transfers to ultra-Orthodox institutions lacking curriculum compliance.
Justice Gila Canfy-Steinitz asked why the funds were transferred.
Justice Yael Wilner called the transfers unlawful.
State attorney Neta Oren admitted most funds moved before approvals, confirming a practice of premature transfers.