Election issues
Regional Development & Periphery – Party Positions for the 2026 Election
What the parties say about this issue
A documented position was found for 12 of the 38 parties we checked
How do we determine a position?
We check the party's current official platform first, and where none exists, its official website or public policy documents, ranked by reliability: a current platform outranks an official website, which outranks a policy document, which outranks an official statement or high-quality reporting. We never guess or infer a position that isn't explicitly written in one of these sources — when nothing clear was found, we say so directly instead of estimating.
What do the parties say?
Positions gathered from each party's official platform and other public sources. A missing position is stated explicitly — never hidden or guessed.
YasharShare
A plan to rebuild the north and help it prosper: about ₪15 billion over 5 years (about ₪6 billion of it for protection), tax benefits for businesses and northern communities, and regional education and health measures. In addition, the party's culture plan commits to ensuring access to culture in the periphery.
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
LikudShare
Likud declares support for investing in the periphery and in infrastructure, without detailing implementation steps.
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
TogetherShare
Strengthening the periphery by law: a frontline law through 2035 with benefits scaled by proximity to the border, a Kiryat Shmona law with a tax-free zone, a goal of a million more Israelis in the periphery within a decade, and developing recognized Negev towns.
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
The DemocratsShare
They propose guaranteeing the Takuma and Tnufa budgets through the end of 2030, establishing a national directorate for developing the north and south, and adding at least NIS 15 billion for rehabilitating the Hevel Tnufa region in the north.
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
Recognition of the villages, steadfastness on the land, and full services; Strong local authorities and fair budgets; Infrastructure serving every home
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
Yisrael BeiteinuShare
Under its Negev and Galilee plan (15.10.2026), the party proposes strengthening existing communities and speeding up new ones, setting up a ministerial committee for planning and construction in the Negev and Galilee, and raising the household quota of admission committees to 1,000–1,500. Under the platform also: continuing to settle land-ownership claims in the Negev, with sanctions for delays in the process.
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
Religious Zionism
Party platformThe "Judaizing the Negev and the Galilee" plan: removing planning barriers, rapidly settling 20 new communities in the Galilee and 20 in the Negev, and a goal of a million more Jewish residents in the Negev and the Galilee through an incentives plan for target populations.
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
Amcha YisraelShare
Strengthening the border and national-priority areas through tax incentives, education, transportation and settlement, and empowering local authorities.
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
Blue and WhiteShare
A goal of half a million more Israelis in the Negev and the Galilee within five years, and a plan for Kiryat Shmona including an emergency room, transport and property-tax discounts, and university status for Tel-Hai College.
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
Miluimnikim–EconomicShare
The Economic Party
Official website"על מנת להגדיל את שיעור הלומדים הייטק בפריפריה נפעל להגברת החשיפה והעיסוק של בני נוער בפריפריה במדע, בטכנולוגיה וביזמות טכנולוגית."
Shown in Hebrew, as published by the party. Not yet translated.
The Reservists
Official websiteMaking the Negev, the Galilee and the eastern border a national goal for settlement, with advanced infrastructure on the borders and land for reservists in areas of national priority.
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
Share
"יישובים, ולא רק ערים. לצד הערים יקומו יישובים חרדיים קהילתיים בנגב, בגליל וביהודה ושומרון, שבהם קהילות או יחידים מתיישבים יחד ושומרים על האופי החרדי."
Shown in Hebrew, as published by the party. Not yet translated.
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
Share
שירותים בפריפריה: בתי חולים, חינוך טכנולוגי, הסעת המונים · התיישבות מוסדרת: לפי החוק, עם תשתיות ותמריצים
Shown in Hebrew, as published by the party. Not yet translated.
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
ShasShare
No current platform foundNo current official platform was found for this party.
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
United Torah JudaismShare
No current platform foundNo current official platform was found for this party.
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
Otzma YehuditShare
No current platform foundNo current official platform was found for this party.
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
Ra'amShare
No current platform foundNo current official platform was found for this party.
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
NoamShare
No position is currently shown on this topic
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
Tzomet–Beit YisraelShare
No position is currently shown on this topic
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
Share
No position is currently shown on this topic
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
Israel FirstShare
No position is currently shown on this topic
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
Share
No position is currently shown on this topic
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
Share
Not yet reviewedWe haven't checked this party's official sources yet.
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
Not yet reviewedWe haven't checked this party's official sources yet.
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
No clear position found
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
Share
Not yet reviewedWe haven't checked this party's official sources yet.
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
No position is currently shown on this topic
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
Share
No position is currently shown on this topic
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
Share
No position is currently shown on this topic
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
Share
Not yet reviewedWe haven't checked this party's official sources yet.
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
No clear position found
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
Share
Not yet reviewedWe haven't checked this party's official sources yet.
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
Share
No position is currently shown on this topic
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
Share
Not yet reviewedWe haven't checked this party's official sources yet.
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
Share
Not yet reviewedWe haven't checked this party's official sources yet.
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
Share
Not yet reviewedWe haven't checked this party's official sources yet.
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
Share
No clear position found
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
Share
Not yet reviewedWe haven't checked this party's official sources yet.
Legislative activity on this topic
About this data
This is based on legislation documented on the site that party members were involved in and that was classified under this topic. It does not necessarily represent the party's full legislative activity or its official position on the topic.
For sitting party members, this covers the 25th Knesset only; for those no longer serving, it covers their full Knesset tenure.
Not enough information is currently available to show legislative activity on this topic.
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