An applicant by endorsement must have actively performed CR duties for how many years immediately preceding application?

The correct answer is three years because, according to the Texas rules governing the certification for shorthand reporters, an applicant applying by endorsement must demonstrate that they have actively engaged in court reporting duties for a minimum of three years immediately prior to submitting their application. This requirement ensures that the applicant has sufficient experience and has remained current with the evolving practices and technologies in the field of court reporting, thereby affirming their capability to perform the duties expected of a certified shorthand reporter in Texas.

Other time frames, such as two, four, or five years, do not align with the specific rule established by the JBCC, which verifies the three-year requirement as essential for ensuring competence and compliance with state standards.