The Ideological Aspect of BPJS Law: An Analysis of Value, Preference and Interest of Legislative Members Period 2009-2014 in the Process of Drafting Legislation

Abstract

Background: According to the Law No. 40 Year 2004 on UU SJSN (Undang-Undang Sistem Jaminan Sosial Nasional—National Social Security System), the convention of BPJS (Badan Penyelenggara Jaminan Sosial—the Social Security Providers) is necessary to ensure the implementation of social security program. The meandering negotiation in the making of BPJS Bill expounds the intricate process ensnaring elites’ behavior in determining actions regarding the Bill decision-making influenced by the self-embedded ideological aspects of value, preference, and interest. Aims: This research aimed to analyze the ideological aspect of the legislative members (value, preference and interests) under the tenured administration of 2009-2014 who were engaged in the process of BPJS Bill creation. Furthermore, this study was intended to draw the line between the three ideological aspects and elites’ behaviors performed in the decision-making process of BPJS Bill. Methodology: This research utilized qualitative design using explanatory-descriptive approach. Data was gathered through indepth interview to analyze the value, preference, and interest of the tenured legistalive member of 2009-2014 and to examine the impact of the three indicators mentioned toward the creation of BPJS Bill. Results: This research indicated that the distinct ideological aspect (value, preference, and interest) had influence on the decision-making process of BPJS Bill. Conclusion: Both personal and collective ideological aspects affect the interaction and behavior of elites involved in the making of BPJS Bill.