In this chapter:
(1) "Temporary employee" means an individual hired for a temporary employment service.
(2) "Temporary employment service" means a person who employs individuals for the purpose of assigning those individuals to the clients of the service to support or supplement the client's workforce in a special work situation, including:
(A) an employee absence;
(B) a temporary skill shortage;
(C) a seasonal workload; or
(D) a special assignment or project.
Official text of the Texas Labor Code as published by the Texas Legislative Council.