Does Disability Concession PP 31/2026 Facilitate Children of People with Disabilities? This is the Official Answer!

Kartunet - Since the enactment of Government Regulation (PP) Number 31 of 2026 concerning Concessions for Persons with Disabilities and Incentives for Companies, many families have been wondering about the scope of benefits of this regulation. One of the most crucial questions frequently asked in the community is: "Does this minimum 20% cost reduction right (concession) also facilitate children of persons with disabilities?"

This question is very reasonable, considering that many heads of households with disabilities are concerned about their children's future and living expenses. To answer this curiosity, let's dissect the official legal provisions based on the integration of PP Number 31 of 2026 and its umbrella law, namely Law Number 8 of 2016 concerning Persons with Disabilities.

1. PP Concession Regulation 31/2026: Only for KPD Card Holders

Legally, you need to understand the limitations of this Concession PP first. Based on Article 3 of PP Number 31 of 2026, the right to a minimum 20% cost reduction (concession) is specifically granted to Persons with Disabilities who possess a Disability Card (KPD).

This means that the direct benefits of this Concession PP—such as discounted internet, electricity, and PDAM water tariffs, as well as transportation ticket discounts—are not automatically extended to non-disabled children or family members. These discounts are personally attached to the person with a disability recorded in the National Disability Data (DNPD).

2. Guarantee of Children's Education Costs According to Law No. 8 OF 2016

Although the Concession PP limits daily tariff discounts only to KPD holders, children of parents with disabilities are still fully facilitated and guaranteed by the state in the education sector.

This extraordinary guarantee is explicitly and formally regulated in the umbrella law of the Concession PP, namely Article 40 paragraph (7) of Law Number 8 of 2016:

"The Government and Regional Governments are obliged to provide education costs for children of Persons with Disabilities who are unable to afford their education."

Through this golden rule, the state guarantees that the economic limitations of parents with disabilities should not cause their children to drop out of school. This education financing guarantee applies to children (even if non-disabled) to pursue primary, secondary, and even higher education.

3. Special Concession Rights for Companions: Benefits for Families

In addition to the guarantee of school fees, non-disabled family members can still experience direct economic benefits from the Concession PP through the **"Companion Rights"** regulation.

Based on Article 5 paragraphs (2) and (3) of PP Number 31 of 2026, the discount amount can be granted greater than 20% for persons with disabilities who require a companion when accessing three main sectors:

1. Transportation Sector (land, sea, air, and railways).

2. Culture and Tourism Sector.

3. Sports Sector.

The PP explanation defines "Companion" as a person who has knowledge of disability barriers and accompanies persons with disabilities in their activities. If a child or family member acts as a travel companion for their disabled parent, they are entitled to access these special, lower discounts.

4. What If the Child Themselves Has a Disability?

If your child is a person with a disability, the state provides much more layered legal protection and facilities:

• Nearest School Zoning (Article 40 paragraph 4 of Law 8/2016): Regional Governments are obliged to give top priority to children with disabilities to attend school at the location closest to their home.

• Achievement Scholarships (Article 40 paragraph 6 of Law 8/2016): Scholarships must be provided for high-achieving children with disabilities whose parents are less fortunate.

• Right to Decent Care (Article 5 paragraph 3 of Law 8/2016): Children with disabilities have the right to receive care and upbringing from their family or substitute family (foster/adoptive parents/guardians) for optimal growth and development.

• Legal Assistance (Article 31 of Law 8/2016): Parents or family members must be allowed to accompany children with disabilities at every level of legal examination.

Conclusion: The State Facilitates Through Two Different Channels

In summary, the answer to the community's question is:

• For daily discounts/tariff concessions (PP 31/2026): Only facilitates individuals with disabilities who hold a KPD, as well as family members acting as official travel companions.

• For future guarantees (Law 8/2016): The state facilitates children of underprivileged persons with disabilities through the obligation to provide school education costs so that their right to life is fairly fulfilled.

Official Document References:

1. Government Regulation (PP) of the Republic of Indonesia Number 31 of 2026 concerning Concessions for Persons with Disabilities and Incentives for Companies.