rapporteur
/ˌræpɔːrˈtɜːr/
Definition
A member of a committee or parliamentary body appointed to investigate a specific issue and report back to the larger group with findings or recommendations.
Etymology
The word is derived from the French verb 'rapporter,' meaning 'to bring back' or 'to report.' It entered English as a borrowed term to describe individuals tasked with official reporting duties in legislative or international bodies.
In the news
In the context of EU politics, a rapporteur is a key legislative figure responsible for leading policy discussions and drafting reports that shape European Union regulations. They serve as the primary official tasked with guiding specific legislative proposals through the EU decision-making process.
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