In addition to the definitions set out in Texas Agriculture Code, Chapters 101, and 103 and Chapter 1, Subchapter A of this title (relating to the 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) Agent--An employee authorized to act for and on behalf of a licensee as either a buying agent or transporting agent.
2. (2) Cash Dealer--A person who buys Texas grown perishable commodities in United States currency before or at the time of delivery or taking possession.
3. (3) Chairman--The chairman of the Produce Recovery Fund Board.
4. (4) Citrus Fruit--Grapefruit and oranges.
5. (5) 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.
6. (6) Licensee--A person who holds a license issued under the Texas Agriculture Code, Chapter 101.
7. (7) Open Meetings Act--Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter 551.
8. (8) Perishable Commodity--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.