Tex. Gov't Code Section 616.002
Definitions


In this chapter:

(1)

“Emergency interim successor” means an individual designated under this chapter to exercise the powers and perform the duties of an office.

(2)

“Office” includes:

(A)

a state office, the powers and duties of which are defined by the constitution or laws of this state, except the governor, a member of the judiciary, and a member of the legislature; and

(B)

a local office, the powers and duties of which are defined by the constitution or laws of this state or by a charter or an ordinance.

(3)

“Political subdivision” includes a municipality, a county, and a fire, power, or drainage district that is not included under Section 616.023 (Designation of Emergency Interim Successor to Local Officer).
Added by Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 268, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1993.

Source: Section 616.002 — Definitions, https://statutes.­capitol.­texas.­gov/Docs/GV/htm/GV.­616.­htm#616.­002 (accessed Jun. 5, 2024).

Accessed:
Jun. 5, 2024

§ 616.002’s source at texas​.gov