Proponents of the legislation say it restores balance to the branches of government, while those against say it removes checks on government powers.
The resolution, which is non-binding, is the latest instance of Republican support for Israeli territorial claims in the West Bank.
As he was being questioned, dozens of people came to demonstrate outside the police station.
Pamela Stevenson said her conversations with Zahava Kurland have made her attuned to Jewish sensibilities.
Opposition leader MK Yair Lapid lambasted the legislation, accusing the coalition of having dismantled the Passover holiday.
Israel's coalition retracted its intention to pass the first reading of the "Gifts Law," which enables donations to politicians to cover legal and medical fees.
The bill passed 20-6 with support from opposition and coalition members.
The coalition claimed that the move was purely technical and the bill would not be voted on yet.
In continuation of legislative blitz, Hametz Law is expected to pass overnight, and Deri Law 2 is being prepared for second and third readings.
The president has opened the door for both government and opposition leaders to engage in a dialogue and avert a civil war.
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