Texas HB4337 amends the definition of "Harris County port" and regulates the board of pilot commissioners.

Texas HB4337 amends the definition of "Harris County port" to include places in Harris or Chambers County where vessels enter or depart the Houston Ship Channel and the waterway leading to that place from the Gulf of Mexico. The bill also prohibits a person from being a member of the board if they are engaged in or have an interest in any business that may adversely affect their duties as a pilot commissioner. Additionally, it changes the expiration and renewal process for deputy branch pilot's certificates.

Texas HB4337 amends the definition of "Harris County port" and regulates the board of pilot commissioners.

Texas HB4337 amends the definition of "Harris County port" to include places in Harris or Chambers County where vessels enter or depart the Houston Ship Channel and the waterway leading to that place from the Gulf of Mexico. The bill also prohibits a person from being a member of the board if they are engaged in or have an interest in any business that may adversely affect their duties as a pilot commissioner. Additionally, it changes the expiration and renewal process for deputy branch pilot's certificates.