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Texas Government Code - GOV'T § 613.001. Definitions

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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.

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