As used in this subchapter:
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(1) “Demonstrates” means meets the burdens of going forward with the evidence and of persuasion;
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(2) “Exercise of religion” means religious exercise;
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(3) “Government” includes a branch, department, agency, instrumentality, political subdivision, official, or other person acting under color of state law; and
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(4) “State law” includes without limitation a law of a political subdivision.