Tex. Tax Code § 158.054

Every manufacturer engaged in business in this state shall file with the comptroller an application for a permit authorizing the manufacturer to sell, ship, or consign manufactured homes to persons in this state. The application must be on a form prescribed by the comptroller and contain the information that the comptroller requires. The application must be executed by the owner of a sole proprietorship, by an officer or partner of an association or partnership, or by an executive officer, or other person who is expressly authorized, of a corporation. A manufacturer may not be issued a permit unless the manufacturer is duly licensed and bonded under Chapter 1201, Occupations Code.