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TX Transp Code § 70.017 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Transportation Code|Title 4 - Navigation|Subtitle B - Pilots|Chapter 70 - Port of Corpus Christi Pilots Licensing and Regulatory Act|Subchapter B. Board of Pilot Commissioners|Section 70.017. Duties

Sec. 70.017.  DUTIES.  The board shall:(1)  recommend to the governor the number of pilots necessary to provide adequate pilot services for the Port of Corpus Christi;(2)  examine and determine the qualifications of each applicant for branch pilot;(3)  submit to the governor the names of persons who have qualified under this chapter to be appointed as branch pilots;(4)  establish pilotage rates;(5)  approve any changes of the locations of pilot stations;(6)  establish times during which pilot services will be available;(7)  hear and determine complaints relating to the conduct of pilots;(8)  make recommendations to the governor concerning any pilot whose license or certificate should not be renewed or should be revoked;(9)  adopt rules and issue orders to pilots and vessels when necessary to secure efficient pilot services;  and(10)  institute investigations or hearings or both to consider casualties, accidents, or other actions that violate this chapter.|Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 359, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1997.|
TX Transp Code § 70.018 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Transportation Code|Title 4 - Navigation|Subtitle B - Pilots|Chapter 70 - Port of Corpus Christi Pilots Licensing and Regulatory Act|Subchapter B. Board of Pilot Commissioners|Section 70.018. Pilot Review Board

Sec. 70.018.  PILOT REVIEW BOARD.  The board shall establish a pilot review board consisting of two active state-commissioned pilots serving the Port of Corpus Christi, two members of the marine industry, and a chairperson, who, or whose designee, shall be the secretary of the board, to hear and review complaints against pilots and to make recommendations to the board concerning the complaints.|Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 359, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1997.|
TX Transp Code § 70.019 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Transportation Code|Title 4 - Navigation|Subtitle B - Pilots|Chapter 70 - Port of Corpus Christi Pilots Licensing and Regulatory Act|Subchapter B. Board of Pilot Commissioners|Section 70.019. Unfair Discrimination Prohibited

Sec. 70.019.  UNFAIR DISCRIMINATION PROHIBITED.  (a)  In all its duties, including rulemaking, the board may not sanction discriminatory practices nor discriminate against a pilot or pilot applicant because of race, religion, sex, ethnic origin, or national origin.(b)  A person seeking a remedy for a violation of this section must bring suit in a district court in Nueces County.|Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 359, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1997.|
TX Transp Code § 70.020 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Transportation Code|Title 4 - Navigation|Subtitle B - Pilots|Chapter 70 - Port of Corpus Christi Pilots Licensing and Regulatory Act|Subchapter B. Board of Pilot Commissioners|Section 70.020. Open Meetings Law

Sec. 70.020.  OPEN MEETINGS LAW.  Chapter 551, Government Code, applies to actions and proceedings under this chapter.|Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 359, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1997.|
TX Transp Code § 70.021 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Transportation Code|Title 4 - Navigation|Subtitle B - Pilots|Chapter 70 - Port of Corpus Christi Pilots Licensing and Regulatory Act|Subchapter B. Board of Pilot Commissioners|Section 70.021. Rule or Rate Change

Sec. 70.021.  RULE OR RATE CHANGE.  (a)  The board shall give at least 10 days' notice as provided by this section before the board adopts a rule or changes a pilotage rate.(b)  The board shall mail the notice and a copy of the proposed rule or change by registered mail to:(1)  the designated office of the Aransas-Corpus Christi Pilots;  and(2)  all known consignees and all known associations of consignees operating in Nueces County.(c)  The board shall post a copy of the proposed rule or change at the Nueces County courthouse for public inspection.|Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 359, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1997.|
TX Transp Code § 70.022 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Transportation Code|Title 4 - Navigation|Subtitle B - Pilots|Chapter 70 - Port of Corpus Christi Pilots Licensing and Regulatory Act|Subchapter B. Board of Pilot Commissioners|Section 70.022. Judicial Review

Sec. 70.022.  JUDICIAL REVIEW.  Proceedings for judicial review of a board decision shall be brought in a district court in Nueces County.|Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 359, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1997.|
TX Transp Code § 70.031 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Transportation Code|Title 4 - Navigation|Subtitle B - Pilots|Chapter 70 - Port of Corpus Christi Pilots Licensing and Regulatory Act|Subchapter C. Pilots' Licenses or Certificates|Section 70.031. Licenses or Certificate Required

Sec. 70.031.  LICENSES OR CERTIFICATE REQUIRED.  A person may not provide pilot services unless the person has a license or certificate issued under this chapter for the Port of Corpus Christi.|Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 359, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1997.|
TX Transp Code § 70.032 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Transportation Code|Title 4 - Navigation|Subtitle B - Pilots|Chapter 70 - Port of Corpus Christi Pilots Licensing and Regulatory Act|Subchapter C. Pilots' Licenses or Certificates|Section 70.032. Qualifications for License

Sec. 70.032.  QUALIFICATIONS FOR LICENSE.  To be eligible for a license as a branch pilot, a person must:(1)  be at least 25 years of age;(2)  be a United States citizen;(3)  as of the date the license is issued, have resided continuously in the state for at least two years;(4)  have at least two years' service as a deputy branch pilot under the supervision of a state-commissioned pilot serving the Port of Corpus Christi;(5)  have controlled the navigation of vessels such as the person would pilot;(6)  have extensive experience in the docking and undocking of vessels;(7)  be in good mental and physical health;(8)  have good moral character;  and(9)  possess the requisite skill as a navigator and pilot to perform competently and safely the duties of a branch pilot.|Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 359, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1997.|
TX Transp Code § 70.033 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Transportation Code|Title 4 - Navigation|Subtitle B - Pilots|Chapter 70 - Port of Corpus Christi Pilots Licensing and Regulatory Act|Subchapter C. Pilots' Licenses or Certificates|Section 70.033. Qualifications for Certificate

Sec. 70.033.  QUALIFICATIONS FOR CERTIFICATE.  To be eligible for a certificate as a deputy branch pilot, a person must:(1)  be at least 25 years of age;(2)  be a United States citizen;(3)  be appointed by a branch pilot;(4)  be in good mental and physical health;(5)  have good moral character;  and(6)  possess the requisite skill as a navigator and pilot to perform competently and safely the duties of a deputy branch pilot.|Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 359, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1997.|
TX Transp Code § 70.034 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Transportation Code|Title 4 - Navigation|Subtitle B - Pilots|Chapter 70 - Port of Corpus Christi Pilots Licensing and Regulatory Act|Subchapter C. Pilots' Licenses or Certificates|Section 70.034. Application for License or Certificate

Sec. 70.034.  APPLICATION FOR LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE.  To apply for a branch pilot's license or a deputy branch pilot's certificate, a person must give the board a written application in the form and manner required by board rule.|Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 359, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1997.|
TX Transp Code § 70.035 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Transportation Code|Title 4 - Navigation|Subtitle B - Pilots|Chapter 70 - Port of Corpus Christi Pilots Licensing and Regulatory Act|Subchapter C. Pilots' Licenses or Certificates|Section 70.035. Consideration of Application

Sec. 70.035.  CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION.  As part of its consideration of applications for licenses, the board may examine and decide on the qualifications of an applicant for the position of branch pilot.|Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 359, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1997.|
TX Transp Code § 70.036 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Transportation Code|Title 4 - Navigation|Subtitle B - Pilots|Chapter 70 - Port of Corpus Christi Pilots Licensing and Regulatory Act|Subchapter C. Pilots' Licenses or Certificates|Section 70.036. Branch Pilot Appointment by Governor

Sec. 70.036.  BRANCH PILOT APPOINTMENT BY GOVERNOR.  (a)  On filing of the bond and oath required by Section 70.038, the board shall certify to the governor that a person licensed as a branch pilot has qualified.(b)  On receipt of the board's certification, the governor shall issue to the person, in the name of the state and under the state seal, a commission to serve as a branch pilot to and from the Port of Corpus Christi.(c)  The governor shall appoint the number of branch pilots necessary to provide adequate pilot services for the Port of Corpus Christi.|Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 359, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1997.|
TX Transp Code § 70.037 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Transportation Code|Title 4 - Navigation|Subtitle B - Pilots|Chapter 70 - Port of Corpus Christi Pilots Licensing and Regulatory Act|Subchapter C. Pilots' Licenses or Certificates|Section 70.037. Deputy Branch Pilot Appointment by Branch Pilot

Sec. 70.037.  DEPUTY BRANCH PILOT APPOINTMENT BY BRANCH PILOT.  (a)  Each branch pilot, subject to examination and approval of the board, may appoint two deputy branch pilots.(b)  A branch pilot may appoint an additional deputy branch pilot if the board considers the appointment advisable.(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.|Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 359, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1997.|
TX Transp Code § 70.038 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Transportation Code|Title 4 - Navigation|Subtitle B - Pilots|Chapter 70 - Port of Corpus Christi Pilots Licensing and Regulatory Act|Subchapter C. Pilots' Licenses or Certificates|Section 70.038. Oath and Bond

Sec. 70.038.  OATH AND BOND.  (a)  A person appointed as a pilot must take the official oath before entering service as a pilot.  The oath shall be endorsed on the bond required by Subsection (b).(b)  Each pilot must execute a $25,000 bond payable to the governor and conditioned on compliance with the laws, rules, and orders relating to pilots and on the faithful performance of the pilot's duties.(c)  Each bond must be approved by the board.|Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 359, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1997.|
TX Transp Code § 70.039 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Transportation Code|Title 4 - Navigation|Subtitle B - Pilots|Chapter 70 - Port of Corpus Christi Pilots Licensing and Regulatory Act|Subchapter C. Pilots' Licenses or Certificates|Section 70.039. Terms of Licenses and Certificates

Sec. 70.039.  TERMS OF LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES.  (a)  A branch pilot's license expires on the fourth anniversary of the date it is issued or renewed.(b)  A deputy branch pilot's certificate expires on the second anniversary of the date it is issued and may not be renewed.|Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 359, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1997.|
TX Transp Code § 70.040 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Transportation Code|Title 4 - Navigation|Subtitle B - Pilots|Chapter 70 - Port of Corpus Christi Pilots Licensing and Regulatory Act|Subchapter C. Pilots' Licenses or Certificates|Section 70.040. Branch Pilot's License Renewal

Sec. 70.040.  BRANCH PILOT'S LICENSE RENEWAL.  (a)  The governor shall renew a branch pilot's expiring license if the board recommends renewal.(b)  If a pilot applies in writing and qualifies, the board shall recommend renewal unless the board determines there is probable cause not to renew the license.(c)  Probable cause not to renew a license exists if the board finds that the license holder:(1)  does not possess a qualification required by this chapter for pilots;  or(2)  has a disability that will affect the license holder's ability to serve as a pilot.(d)  If the board determines that it has probable cause not to renew a license, the board shall notify the license holder not later than the 60th day before the date the license expires.  On request, the board shall provide a hearing after proper notice to consider whether the board has cause not to recommend renewal of the license.(e)  If the board finds at the conclusion of the hearing that the board lacks probable cause for nonrenewal of the license, the board shall recommend that the governor renew the license.(f)  The board shall issue a written order recommending that the governor not renew a license and the governor may not renew the license if:(1)  the pilot does not contest the board's decision not to renew the license;  or(2)  the board after a hearing finds that it has probable cause not to renew the license.(g)  The denial of renewal of a pilot's license does not prohibit the pilot from applying for a new license and being reappointed.|Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 359, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1997.|
TX Transp Code § 70.041 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Transportation Code|Title 4 - Navigation|Subtitle B - Pilots|Chapter 70 - Port of Corpus Christi Pilots Licensing and Regulatory Act|Subchapter C. Pilots' Licenses or Certificates|Section 70.041. Deputy Branch Pilot

Sec. 70.041.  DEPUTY BRANCH PILOT.  A person who has been issued a deputy branch pilot's certificate may not be issued a deputy branch pilot's certificate before the fifth anniversary of the date the person was previously issued a deputy branch pilot's certificate.|Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 359, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1997.|
TX Transp Code § 70.042 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Transportation Code|Title 4 - Navigation|Subtitle B - Pilots|Chapter 70 - Port of Corpus Christi Pilots Licensing and Regulatory Act|Subchapter C. Pilots' Licenses or Certificates|Section 70.042. Suspension or Revocation of Branch Pilot's License

Sec. 70.042.  SUSPENSION OR REVOCATION OF BRANCH PILOT'S LICENSE.  (a)  On complaint or on its own motion, and after notice and hearing, the board may suspend a branch pilot's license for not more than six months or recommend that the governor revoke a branch pilot's license if the board finds that the pilot has:(1)  failed to demonstrate and maintain the qualifications for a license required by this chapter;(2)  used narcotics or other types of drugs, chemicals, or controlled substances as defined by law that impair the pilot's ability to perform his duties skillfully and efficiently;(3)  used alcohol to an extent that impairs the pilot's ability to perform his duties skillfully and efficiently;(4)  violated a provision of this chapter or rules adopted by the board under this chapter that were material to the performance of the pilot's duties at the time of the violation;(5)  made a material misstatement in the application for a license;(6)  obtained or attempted to obtain a license under this chapter by fraud or misrepresentation;(7)  charged a pilotage rate other than that approved by the board;(8)  intentionally refused to pilot a vessel when requested to do so by the master or person responsible for navigation of the vessel except when, in the judgment of the pilot, movement of the vessel would have constituted a hazard to life or property or when pilotage charges that are due and owing are unpaid by the person ordering the pilot services;(9)  been absent from duty in violation of board rules and without authorization;(10)  aided or abetted another pilot in failing to perform the other pilot's duties;  or(11)  been guilty of carelessness, neglect of duty, intentional unavailability for normal performance of duties, refusal to perform duties, misconduct, or incompetence while on duty.(b)  On determining that a license should be suspended or revoked, the board shall adopt a written order that states its findings and:(1)  suspends the license for a stated period;  or(2)  recommends to the governor revocation of the license.(c)  The governor, on receipt of a board order recommending revocation of a license, shall revoke the license.  If the board's order is appealed, the governor may not revoke the license until the order is upheld on appeal.(d)  A suspension of a license on the recommendation of a pilot review board takes effect on adoption of the board's order.  A revocation of a branch pilot's license takes effect on issuance of the governor's decision.|Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 359, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1997.|
TX Transp Code § 70.043 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Transportation Code|Title 4 - Navigation|Subtitle B - Pilots|Chapter 70 - Port of Corpus Christi Pilots Licensing and Regulatory Act|Subchapter C. Pilots' Licenses or Certificates|Section 70.043. Suspension or Revocation of Deputy Branch Pilot's Certificate

Sec. 70.043.  SUSPENSION OR REVOCATION OF DEPUTY BRANCH PILOT'S CERTIFICATE.  A deputy branch pilot certificate may be suspended or revoked by the board in the same manner and for the same reasons as provided for the suspension or revocation of a branch pilot's license by Section 70.042.|Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 359, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1997.|
TX Transp Code § 70.044 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Transportation Code|Title 4 - Navigation|Subtitle B - Pilots|Chapter 70 - Port of Corpus Christi Pilots Licensing and Regulatory Act|Subchapter C. Pilots' Licenses or Certificates|Section 70.044. Liability to Pilot

Sec. 70.044.  LIABILITY TO PILOT.  (a)  A person who is not a pilot and who, in violation of this chapter, pilots a vessel and the consignee of the vessel are liable to the pilot, on written demand, for the amount of the applicable pilotage rate.(b)  In an action to recover compensation under Subsection (a), the court may include in a judgment in favor of a pilot an award of court costs and reasonable attorney's fees.|Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 359, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1997.|
TX Transp Code § 70.061 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Transportation Code|Title 4 - Navigation|Subtitle B - Pilots|Chapter 70 - Port of Corpus Christi Pilots Licensing and Regulatory Act|Subchapter D. Pilotage Rates|Section 70.061. Pilotage Rate Change

Sec. 70.061.  PILOTAGE RATE CHANGE.  (a)  The board may not change pilotage rates before the first anniversary of the preceding rate change.|Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 359, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1997.|
TX Transp Code § 70.062 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Transportation Code|Title 4 - Navigation|Subtitle B - Pilots|Chapter 70 - Port of Corpus Christi Pilots Licensing and Regulatory Act|Subchapter D. Pilotage Rates|Section 70.062. Pilotage Rate Change Application

Sec. 70.062.  PILOTAGE RATE CHANGE APPLICATION.  (a)  An application for a change in a pilotage rate may be filed with each commissioner of the board by:(1)  one or more pilots;  or(2)  the owner, agent, or consignee of a vessel navigating to or from the Port of Corpus Christi.(b)  The application must contain:(1)  a brief statement of the circumstances that warrant the change;  and(2)  a certification that the applicant has submitted copies of the application to all known pilots, consignees, and associations of consignees operating in the Port of Corpus Christi at the time of the application.|Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 359, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1997.|
TX Transp Code § 70.063 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Transportation Code|Title 4 - Navigation|Subtitle B - Pilots|Chapter 70 - Port of Corpus Christi Pilots Licensing and Regulatory Act|Subchapter D. Pilotage Rates|Section 70.063. Objection; Hearing

Sec. 70.063.  OBJECTION;  HEARING.  (a)  If, not later than the 20th day after the date notice is sent, a commissioner receives a written objection to the application from any person who appears to have a legitimate interest in the application, the board shall hold a hearing as provided by this section.(b)  The board shall hold the hearing not later than the 20th day after the date the 20-day period provided by Subsection (a) expires.(c)  The board shall give notice of the hearing to:(1)  each applicant;(2)  each person objecting to the application;  and(3)  any other person the board determines is interested in the proceedings.(d)  The hearing shall be open to the public and held at a convenient time and place in one of the ports that would be affected by the change.  Each party who demonstrates a legitimate interest in the application is entitled to be heard, to present evidence, and, to the extent the board considers practical, to cross-examine testifying witnesses.|Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 359, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1997.|
TX Transp Code § 70.064 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Transportation Code|Title 4 - Navigation|Subtitle B - Pilots|Chapter 70 - Port of Corpus Christi Pilots Licensing and Regulatory Act|Subchapter D. Pilotage Rates|Section 70.064. Board Action on Application

Sec. 70.064.  BOARD ACTION ON APPLICATION.  (a)  If an objection to an application for a rate change is not received by any commissioner within the period provided by Section 70.063(a), the board shall act on the application without further proceedings.(b)  If a hearing is held as provided by Section 70.063, the board shall grant, deny, or modify the application after receipt of the evidence offered by the parties and arguments and briefs requested by the board.|Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 359, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1997.|
TX Transp Code § 70.065 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Transportation Code|Title 4 - Navigation|Subtitle B - Pilots|Chapter 70 - Port of Corpus Christi Pilots Licensing and Regulatory Act|Subchapter D. Pilotage Rates|Section 70.065. Pilot Financial Report

Sec. 70.065.  PILOT FINANCIAL REPORT.  (a)  Not later than the 10th day before the date set for a pilotage rate hearing, the pilots who are licensed or certified to serve the port for which the rates are being considered shall submit in writing to the board and to any party designated by the board complete accounts of:(1)  all amounts received from performing pilot services within the board's jurisdiction;(2)  all earnings from capital assets devoted to providing pilot services;(3)  all expenses incurred in connection with pilotage activities for which amounts described were received and earned;  and(4)  estimates of receipts and expenses anticipated to result from the requested changes in pilotage rates.(b)  The pilots shall provide the information for:(1)  the calendar or fiscal year preceding the date of the pilotage rate change application;  and(2)  the subsequent period to within 60 days of the date of the application.|Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 359, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1997.|
TX Transp Code § 70.066 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Transportation Code|Title 4 - Navigation|Subtitle B - Pilots|Chapter 70 - Port of Corpus Christi Pilots Licensing and Regulatory Act|Subchapter D. Pilotage Rates|Section 70.066. Factors for Board Consideration

Sec. 70.066.  FACTORS FOR BOARD CONSIDERATION.  In acting on a pilotage rate change application, the board shall consider:(1)  characteristics of vessels to be piloted including but not limited to the size of the vessel and the degree of difficulty to maneuver;(2)  costs to pilots to provide the required pilot services;(3)  the effect, including economic factors affecting the shipping industry in the area, that the granting, refusal, or modification of the application would have on the Port of Corpus Christi and the persons residing in the board's jurisdiction;(4)  an adequate and reasonable compensation for the pilots and a fair return on the equipment and vessels that the pilots employ in connection with pilot duties;  and(5)  the relationship between the pilotage rates in the Port of Corpus Christi and the rates applicable in other ports of this state and in competitive ports in other states.|Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 359, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1997.|