Section 613.001. Definitions

TX Govt Code § 613.001 (2019) (N/A)
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Sec. 613.001. DEFINITIONS. In this subchapter:

(1) "Local governmental entity" means a county, municipality, or other political subdivision of this state.

(2) "Military service" means service as a member of:

(A) the Armed Forces of the United States;

(B) the Texas National Guard;

(C) the Texas State Guard; or

(D) a reserve component of the Armed Forces of the United States.

(3) "Public employee" means an employee of the state, a state institution, or a local governmental entity. The term does not include a temporary employee, an elected official, or an individual serving under an appointment that requires confirmation by the senate.

Added by Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 268, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1993.