Legal Researcher at The Indonesian Institute, Center for Public Policy Research (TII) Christina Clarissa Intania said that determining the draft law (RUU) that will be a priority in the 2025 National Legislation Program (Prolegnas) needs to consider aspects of the community‘s legal needs.
“When discussing whether to establish a bill as a priority in the 2025 Prolegnas, aspects such as the real legal need in society and its urgency for the benefit of many people also need to be taken into consideration,” said Christina in her statement in Jakarta, today.
He also highlighted bills that have been in the national legislative program for a long time, but have not yet been passed, such as the Indigenous Peoples Bill and the Domestic Workers Protection Bill (PPRT). Therefore, according to Christina, it is necessary to set the agenda within the DPR’s internal commissions.
“This is important so that the DPR’s performance can appropriately respond to problems in society,” he said.
Furthermore, Christina said, the DPR already has a new composition of personnel and equipment, especially the Community Aspiration Agency, so this should be a motivation to innovate in the management of effective drafting of bills and prioritize meaningful participation.
“The DPR only needs to be willing to adapt and improve so that the technical system for drafting bills and public involvement is more accommodating and effective in the future. The public has very high expectations for meaningful participation, and the quality of draft bills is also better,” he said.
Apart from that, considering that the composition of the new ministries has an impact on changes in the coordination of partners in the DPR, Christina said that each commission needs to carry out good coordination.
“Stakeholder management is one of the keys to successful coordination between the DPR and its new government partners, as well as between the apparatus and commissions in the DPR and all its ranks, including the Secretariat General of the DPR itself,” he added.
Christina also emphasized that the public needs to actively participate in voicing issues that are important for the DPR to highlight as a form of reflection of legal needs in society. On the other hand, the DPR also needs to actively dialogue with related parties to determine the list of National Legislation Programs, not just with the government. (Ant/P-2)
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**Interview with Christina Clarissa Intania on the 2025 National Legislation Program Priorities**
**Editor:** Christina, thank you for joining us today. You’ve emphasized the importance of the community’s legal needs in determining the priority draft laws for the 2025 National Legislation Program. Can you explain why this consideration is crucial?
**Christina Clarissa Intania:** Thank you for having me. It’s essential to prioritize laws that directly address the real needs of the community because legislation shapes everyday lives. When the government is focused on the laws that significantly impact people’s well-being, it not only enhances social justice but also builds public trust in the legislative process.
**Editor:** You mentioned the Indigenous Peoples Bill and the Domestic Workers Protection Bill, which have lingered in the legislative pipeline. What challenges do these bills face in moving forward?
**Christina Clarissa Intania:** These bills have faced various hurdles, such as lack of political will, conflicting interests, and sometimes insufficient public advocacy. They have been discussed for a long time but haven’t seen substantial progress. Addressing these challenges requires the DPR (House of Representatives) to actively set agendas within their internal commissions to ensure these critical issues receive the attention they deserve.
**Editor:** How do you propose the DPR can better respond to societal problems through their legislative agenda?
**Christina Clarissa Intania:** First and foremost, the DPR needs to engage with communities to understand their legal needs better. This engagement can take the form of public consultations or collaborations with civil society organizations. Moreover, establishing a clear internal agenda that prioritizes urgent and impactful bills will be crucial for enhancing their performance and accountability.
**Editor:** In your view, what role does public awareness play in shaping the legislative agenda?
**Christina Clarissa Intania:** Public awareness is vital. An informed citizenry can advocate for their needs and hold their representatives accountable. When people are aware of existing issues, such as the rights of indigenous peoples or domestic workers, they can push for legislative changes that address these problems, creating a bottom-up demand for laws that are more attuned to societal needs.
**Editor:** Thank you, Christina, for sharing your insights on this important topic. It’s clear that aligning the legislative agenda with community needs is fundamental for meaningful progress in Indonesia.
**Christina Clarissa Intania:** Thank you for the opportunity to discuss these vital issues. I hope to see more collaboration and urgency in addressing the needs of our society through legislation.
