1. (a) Each branch pilot, subject to examination and approval of the board, may appoint two deputy branch pilots.
2. (b) A branch pilot may appoint an additional deputy branch pilot if the board considers the appointment advisable.
3. (c) A branch pilot who appoints a deputy branch pilot without the approval of the board forfeits the pilot's appointment as a branch pilot.
4. (d) A branch pilot who appoints a deputy branch pilot is responsible for the actions of the deputy branch pilot.

Added by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 745, Sec. 1, eff. June 20, 2003.