(a) A security department acts as the security department of a private business if it:
(1) has as its general purpose the protection and security of its own property and grounds; and
(2) does not offer or provide security services to another person.
(b) For purposes of this subchapter, a hospital licensed under Chapter 241 or 577, Health and Safety Code, may provide security services to:
(1) buildings, grounds, and tenants located on the hospital's property or campus, regardless of who owns the building; and
(2) a parent entity or member entity of the hospital or hospital corporation, or an affiliated entity or business with whom the hospital shares common ownership or control.
Official text of the Texas Occupations Code as published by the Texas Legislative Council.