Evaluation of the Implementation of Daily Cash Fees in Regions after the Implementation of Presidential Regulation of the Republic of Indonesia Number 53 of 2023 (A Case Study)

The purpose of this study is to examine and assess how Daily Cash Fees have been implemented in the various regions following the promulgation of Presidential Decree Number 53 of 2023. A qualitative research design is employed in this study. The study was conducted in Indonesia's East Kalimantan Province's Mahakam Ulu Regency. The study was conducted in 2024 between September and November. Through important individuals, primary and secondary data were gathered. Purposively, the key individual is identified. In-depth interviews, observation, and a review of the literature were used to gather data. According to Miles and Huberman, qualitative analysis is used in data analysis. Effectiveness, efficiency, sufficiency, alignment, responsiveness, and accuracy are the criteria used to assess the implementation of Presidential Regulation Number 53 of 2023. Following the adoption of Presidential Regulation of the Republic of Indonesia Number 53 of 2023, the policies pertaining to the implementation of daily cash fees in various regions have not proven to be effective. The efficiency of policies regarding the implementation of daily cash fees in regions after the enactment of Presidential Regulation of the Republic of Indonesia Number 53 of 2023 is not yet efficient. The adequacy of the implementation of this regulation is not sufficient. Policies regarding the implementation of daily fees in regions after the enactment of this regulation are uneven or inappropriate. When it comes to putting this policy into practice, employees both ASN and non-ASN—are less responsive. Without modifications that take local circumstances into consideration, Presidential Decree No. 53 of 2023 is improper. The following are some suggestions that can be made: This presidential decree should be regularly reviewed to determine whether it has been fair to all Indonesian regions. This will allow the central government to allow regional governments, like Mahakam Ulu Regency, to control the amount of money that is spent each day based on the findings of their research.