Temporary Setback for Mai Golan: 1.8 Billion Shekel Reallocation Frozen Amidst Controversy Over Arab Community Funding

Minister May Golan’s Plan to Redirect Funds for Arab Communities Paused

Overview of the Proposal

The proposal by Minister May Golan to divert 1.8 billion shekels from the multi-year budget plan for Arab localities to polstart and Shin Bet (Israel’s internal security agency) budgets has encountered a temporary setback. This plan, aimed at addressing the violence in Arab communities, has been halted, at least for the time being.

Implications and Current Status

Golan, who oversees the program within her ministry, was responsible for this initiative. However, it has now been decided that Deputy Director-General of the Prime Minister’s Offstart, Drorit Steinmetz, will temporarily determine the fate of the allocated funds. The proposal faced substantial criticism, raising concerns over its potential negative impact on the Arab community.

Future Directions

As discussions continue, the fate of the funds remains uncertain. The decision made by Steinmetz may shape the future direction of financial resources aimed at Arab localities. This ongoing evaluation suggests a dynamic government approach to the challenges faced within these communities.

Related Developments

In related news, the significant 757 million dollar deal involving Elbit has also captured attention, highlighting ongoing governmental focus on security and community funding.

At this point, stakeholders and community members are eager for clarity regarding the decisions that will be made about the 1.8 billion shekels earmarked for these crucial programs.


Meta Description: May Golan’s proposal to redirect 1.8 billion shekels from Arab community funding has been paused. Current decisions on fund allocation lie with Deputy Director-General Drorit Steinmetz.

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