Tex. Utils. Code Section 57.021
Definitions


In this subchapter:

(1)

“Distance learning” means an instruction, learning, or training resource, including video, data, voice, or electronic information, that is:

(A)

used by an educational institution predominantly for instruction, learning, or training; and

(B)

transmitted from a site to one or more other sites by a telecommunications service.

(2)

“Educational institution” includes:

(A)

an accredited primary or secondary school;

(B)

an institution of higher education as defined by Section 61.003 (Definitions), Education Code;

(C)

a private institution of higher education accredited by a recognized accrediting agency as defined by Section 61.003 (Definitions), Education Code;

(D)

the Texas Education Agency and its successors and assigns;

(E)

a regional education service center established and operated in accordance with Chapter 8 (Regional Education Service Centers), Education Code; or

(F)

the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and its successors and assigns.

(3)

“Library” means:

(A)

a public library or regional library system as defined by Section 441.122 (Definitions), Government Code; or

(B)

a library operated by an institution of higher education or a school district.
Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 166, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1997.

Source: Section 57.021 — Definitions, https://statutes.­capitol.­texas.­gov/Docs/UT/htm/UT.­57.­htm#57.­021 (accessed Feb. 26, 2025).

Accessed:
Feb. 26, 2025

§ 57.021’s source at texas​.gov