To be eligible to participate in the VMLRP, a participant must meet the following criteria:

(a) Meet the eligibility criteria of §3431.9 for applying to the VMLRP;

(b) Be selected for participation by the Secretary pursuant to §3431.12.

(c) Comply with all State and local regulations (including appropriate licensure where required) in the jurisdiction in which he or she proposes to practice;

(d) Be a citizen, national, or permanent resident of the United States;

(e) Sign a service agreement to provide veterinary services in one of the veterinarian shortage situations; and

(f) Comply with the terms and conditions of the Service Agreement.