The following terms, when used in this chapter, shall have the following meanings unless the context or specific language of a section clearly indicates otherwise.(1) Agency--The Texas A&M Forest Service, a member of The Texas A&M University System and an agency of the State of Texas.(2) Recognized Fire Department--A fire department chartered by the Texas Secretary of State as a not-for-profit entity or a fire department operating under a local government entity.(3) Part-Paid Fire Department--Defined in §614.101(5) of the Texas Government Code.(4) Program--The Rural Volunteer Fire Department Assistance Program, Texas Government Code, Chapter 614, Subchapter G.(5) TIFMAS Grants--Grants for firefighter training and equipment for fire departments not eligible for VFD Assistance grants.(6) VFD Assistance Grants--Grants for firefighter training and equipment for volunteer fire departments (VFDs).(7) Volunteer Fire Department--Defined in §614.101(6) of the Texas Government Code.(8) Operating--A recognized fire department providing fire protection to a designated primary protection area as assigned by the county.