Sperm banks in Israel are facing overcrowding issues due to indecision and inaction by the Health Ministry on how long to keep stored samples. The problem is exacerbated by men not paying annual storage fees and the financial burden falling on public hospitals. A recent study found that frozen sperm can remain viable for many decades, leading to the accumulation of samples and increased costs. Israel is a special case due to the high demand for sperm banks, particularly in cases of death or unmarried women wanting children. Legislation and regulation are needed to prevent waste and standardize criteria for sample quality and duration.