Proponentes

Proponentes is the plural of proponente, a term used in Portuguese to denote the person or entity that puts forward a proposal, request, or project. The word derives from Latin proponere, meaning to put forth. In general usage, a proponente is someone who champions or submits something for consideration and may be an individual, a company, a public body, or a civil society organization.

In legislative contexts, the proponente is the sponsor or author of a bill or motion. The proponente may present the measure to a legislative body and seek the support of fellow members; in some jurisdictions, other legislators can join as proponentes or co-proponents.

In processes of direct democracy or public administration, proponentes are the initiators of a process such as a popular initiative, ballot measure, or administrative complaint. They are typically responsible for meeting procedural requirements, such as signatures, documentation, or formatting of the proposal.

In procurement and competitive bidding, proponentes are the bidders who submit proposals or offers in response to a call for tender. In research and funding programs, the proponente is the applicant or principal investigator who submits a project proposal for funding consideration.

Notable synonyms include sponsor, proposer, advocate, or claimant, depending on the context. The term is widely used in official documents, legal texts, and procedural guidelines.