Quick answer: Yes. When a bill is sent to a Parliamentary Standing Committee (e.g. Standing Committee on Finance), the Committee often invites written comments from the public. The Ministry of Finance may also invite feedback. Check the Parliament website and the Ministry of Finance website for the exact process and last date.

Steps: (1) Find the official notice or circular that invites comments. (2) Write your views in simple language — e.g. what safeguards you want (clear grounds, time limits, grievance mechanism). (3) Send by the given date using the official email or portal. (4) Keep a copy of your submission.

Related: Our citizen brief has step-by-step guidance. Our explainer post covers what to ask for.