PDI Perjuangan Urges This Year Discussion for Election Law Revision

As members of the Indonesian House of Representatives, PDI Perjuangan lawmakers are keenly aware of the critical timeline for upcoming elections. The current Election Law, specifically Article 167 paragraph (6), mandates that election stages commence at least 20 months before polling day. Given that the next general election is anticipated around February 2029, the preparatory stages must begin by June-July 2027. This tight schedule necessitates immediate action on revising the law.

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Agar bisa melaksanakan tahapan Pemilu berikutnya (pada 2027)

The urgency stems from the need to allow sufficient time for deliberation, which involves multiple stakeholders. Furthermore, potential judicial reviews by the Constitutional Court could impact the election timeline, adding another layer of complexity that must be preempted. PDI Perjuangan highlights that approximately 10 to 15 key articles require thorough discussion, excluding regional head elections (Pilkada), underscoring the substantial legislative work ahead.

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Perlu juga mempertimbangkan kemungkinan adanya judicial review ke Mahkamah Konstitusi yang bisa mempengaruhi tahapan-tahapan Pemilu

This push for timely discussion is not merely procedural; it reflects a commitment to ensuring the integrity and smooth execution of the electoral process. While other parties, like Golkar, have also voiced concerns about the delayed agenda, PDI Perjuangan is actively advocating for the government and the DPR to prioritize these crucial revisions. The party's stance underscores the importance of proactive legislative measures to safeguard democratic processes in Indonesia.

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Pembahasan revisi UU Pemilu menjadi hal yang amat penting dengan pertimbangan waktu penyelenggaraan pemilihan yang semakin dekat.