LGBTQ EQUALITY LEGISLATIVE PACKAGE - In Memory of Major Sagi Golan

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Same-Sex Marriage The current law restricts marriage for many diverse groups within Israeli society, compelling those outside these groups who do not wish to marry through Orthodox rabbinical procedures to do so against their will. The only alternative for these couples is to marry abroad or establish their relationship through a “publicly known” route, which does not confer all the rights granted to married individuals. The “publicly known” institution is inadequately regulated and creates ambiguity regarding the rights of same-sex couples, an issue that was also evident during the war. Implementing a civil union procedure alongside the existing Orthodox procedure through the rabbinate would address the needs of many segments of the population who currently cannot marry in Israel and grant other communities the right to choose the nature of their wedding ceremony.

Captain (reserve) Noya Sela Hatuka: “After our unforgettable wedding at the base, supported by a reserve battalion representing all wonderful segments of Israeli society who celebrated with us, I am deeply pained that the state does not recognize my marriage to my partner . Am Yisrael Chai, equal rights now.”

Required Action Pass the Civil Marriage Bill as previously proposed and advocated for on multiple occasions.

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