A veterinarian is exempt from the fee requirements imposed under Section 801.303 if the veterinarian:

1. (1) is on active duty with the Armed Forces of the United States and does not engage in private or civilian practice; or
2. (2) is permanently and totally retired.

Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 388, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.

Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 940 (H.B. 414), Sec. 17, eff. September 1, 2011.