Definitions

Sec. 2259.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter: (1) "Governmental unit" means: (A) a state agency or institution; (B) a local government; or (C) an entity acting on behalf of a state agency or institution or local government. (2) "Local government" means a municipality or other political subdivision of this state or a combination of political subdivisions, including a combination created under Chapter 791. (3) "Public security" means an obligation authorized to be issued under this chapter, including a bond, certificate, or note. (4) "State agency or institution" includes an institution of higher education. Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 227, Sec. 5, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.