investigative commission; review committee
A formal committee or commission tasked with examining, deliberating, or reviewing a specific matter, often in governmental, corporate, or organizational contexts.
The city established a review committee for the new ordinance.
The investigative commission's report is scheduled to be submitted next month.
調査委員会 emphasizes fact-finding and investigation, while 検討委員会 focuses on deliberation and review of existing proposals or issues.
審議会 is often a standing advisory council, whereas 検討委員会 is typically formed for a specific topic or limited term.
Compound of 検討 (kentō, 'examination, consideration') + 委員会 (iinkai, 'committee').