The designation of a provider to serve permanent residential or business premises within an uncertificated area under this subchapter does not have the effect of:

1. (1) amending the boundaries of the provider's certificate to provide local exchange service; or
2. (2) imposing carrier of last resort responsibilities on the provider.

Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 651, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 2001.