To be eligible for a certificate as a deputy branch pilot in the jurisdiction of the pilot board of a navigation district in Cameron County, a person must:
- (1) be at least 25 years of age;
- (2) be a United States citizen;
- (3) hold a license under federal law to act as a pilot on vessels that navigate water on which the applicant will furnish pilot services;
- (4) be in good mental and physical health;
- (5) have good moral character;
- (6) possess the requisite skill to perform competently and safely the duties of a deputy branch pilot; and
- (7) be selected for appointment by a branch pilot licensed for water in that board's jurisdiction.
Added by Acts 2025, 89th Leg., R.S., Ch. 821 (S.B. 1353), Sec. 2, eff. September 1, 2025.