DPR Keeps Cybersecurity Bill Draft Confidential During Deliberations

Commission I of the House of Representatives (DPR) has decided not to distribute the draft manuscript of the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill (KKS), which has officially entered discussions with the government.

The Deputy Chairman of Commission I, Dave Laksono, explained that the decision to withhold the manuscript is intended to allow the draft to be finalised first.

“Because the working draft in the legislative process is still dynamic and subject to change. If a non-final draft circulates, there is a concern it could lead to misunderstand as well as speculation among the public,” Dave stated when confirmed on Wednesday (1/7).

Nevertheless, he ensured that the discussion process for the Bill will remain open, transparent, and continue to involve public participation.

In general, Dave noted that the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill will regulate several fundamental aspects, particularly the strengthening of national cyber security governance. He argued that cyberattacks now target not only individuals but also strategic infrastructure, public services, the financial sector, and national data.

Therefore, according to Dave, the state requires a legal foundation so that all stakeholders have clear guidelines for building a secure digital ecosystem.

“The main focus is to build a national protection system capable of safeguarding the interests of the state and the community in the digital space,” he said.

However, during the deliberation process, his party will not distribute the Bill’s manuscript beforehand. This step is intended to prevent the spread of hoaxes, such as the assumption that the Bill will restrict freedom of speech or be used to silence criticism.

“Therefore, the public needs to wait for the official manuscript that will be published and should not be in a hurry to draw conclusions based on incomplete information,” he added.