In addition to the definitions set out in Texas Agriculture Code (Code), Chapters 101 and 103, and Chapter 1, Subchapter A of this title (relating to General Rules of Practice), the following words and terms, when used in this chapter, shall have the following meanings, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.

1. (1) Administrative Procedure Act--The Texas Government Code, Chapter 2001.
2. (2) Chairman--The chairman of the Produce Recovery Fund Board.
3. (3) Citrus fruit--Any fruit belonging to the genus Citrus, Poncitrus, Microcitrus, Eremocitrus, or Fortunella, including, grapefruit, oranges, lemons, limes, and tangerines.
4. (4) Claim--A sworn complaint accompanied by the prescribed fee alleging a loss or damages occurred as a result of a violation of the terms or conditions of a contract involving the sale of perishable commodities grown in Texas by a license holder or person required to be licensed.
5. (5) License holder --A person who holds a license issued under the Code, Chapter 101.
6. (6) Open Meetings Act--The Texas Government Code, Chapter 551.
7. (7) Perishable commodity--As defined in the Code, §101.001, fresh produce grown in Texas and generally considered a perishable vegetable or fruit.

Source Note:The provisions of this §14.1 adopted to be effective August 13, 1997, 22 TexReg 7223; amended to be effective December 13, 1999, 24 TexReg 11101; amended to be effective January 12, 2003, 28 TexReg 445; amended to be effective September 1, 2009, 34 TexReg 5668; amended to be effective December 15, 2025, 50 TexReg 8043.