(a) Before a seller makes a representation described by Section 51.003(a)(1) or otherwise represents that the purchaser is assured of making a profit from a business opportunity, the principal seller must:

1. (1) obtain a surety bond from a surety company authorized to transact business in this state;
2. (2) establish a trust account; or
3. (3) obtain an irrevocable letter of credit.

(b) The bond, trust account, or irrevocable letter of credit must be:

1. (1) in an amount of $25,000 or more; and

2. (2) in favor of this state.

   Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 885 (H.B. 2278), Sec. 2.01, eff. April 1, 2009.