Along with gender-segregated tracks in graduate studies, the law enshrines segregation in public spaces at institutions where it already exists, while prohibiting it outside the classrooms of non-segregated institutions. It states that segregated tracks do not constitute discrimination but fall under universities' 'freedom of action'

The legislation, Amendment No. 12, 2026, was sponsored by MK Limor Son Har Melech and passed by a vote of 52-43.

Law allows approved institutions to offer voluntary, gender-separated master’s and doctoral classes; medical school deans warn it could undermine training and endanger public…