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New Look for Oversize/Overweight Permits

Posted on February 17, 2022 by TxDMV

Effective Feb. 17, 2022, oversize/overweight permits will have a new look. The signature, formerly at the bottom left of the permit, will be replaced with the Texas Seal. Active permits issued before the change are still valid.  For questions or … Continue reading →

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Acting Executive Director News Release

Posted on February 11, 2022 by TxDMV

NEWS RELEASE TxDMV Board Appoints Daniel Avitia Acting Executive Director (AUSTIN, Texas – February 11, 2022) The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) Board voted to appoint Daniel Avitia as acting executive director during yesterday’s board meeting. Avitia joined TxDMV … Continue reading →

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TxDMV Board Meeting – February 10, 2022

Posted on February 8, 2022 by TxDMV

TxDMV Board MeetingThursday, February 10, 2022 – 9:00 a.m. THE PUBLIC PHYSICAL LOCATION WITH PRESIDING OFFICER:William B. Travis Building1701 N. Congress Avenue, Room 1.111Austin, Texas 78701 Link to Meeting Agenda TxDMV Board, committee, and advisory committee meetings are open to … Continue reading →

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TxDMV Legislative and Public Affairs Meeting – February 9, 2022

Posted on February 8, 2022 by TxDMV

TxDMV Legislative and Public Affairs MeetingWednesday, February 9, 2022 – 2:00 p.m. THE PUBLIC PHYSICAL LOCATION WITH PRESIDING OFFICER:William B. Travis Building1701 N. Congress Avenue, Room 1.111Austin, Texas 78701 Link to Meeting Agenda TxDMV Board, committee, and advisory committee meetings … Continue reading →

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Executive Director Announcement

Posted on February 7, 2022 by TxDMV

NEWS RELEASE Texas Department of Motor Vehicles Announces Departure of Executive Director (AUSTIN, Texas – February 7, 2022) Whitney Brewster, Executive Director of the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV), today announced her resignation from the agency. Shelly Mellott, Deputy … Continue reading →

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News Release: Temporary Tags Update

Posted on January 28, 2022 by TxDMV

NEWS RELEASE TxDMV Board Takes Action to Prevent the Fraudulent Production and Use of Temporary Tags (AUSTIN, Texas – January 28, 2022) Stopping the fraudulent production and use of temporary tags is the top priority of the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles … Continue reading →

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Temporary Tag Collaboration News Release

Posted on January 25, 2022 by TxDMV

NEWS RELEASE TxDMV Collaborates with Law Enforcement to Curtail Unlawful Use of Temporary Vehicle Tags   (AUSTIN, Texas – January 25, 2022) Stopping the fraudulent production and use of temporary tags is the top priority of the Texas Department of … Continue reading →

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TxDMV Board Meeting – January 27, 2022

Posted on January 24, 2022 by TxDMV

TxDMV Board MeetingThursday, January 27, 2022 – 9:00 a.m. THE PUBLIC PHYSICAL LOCATION WITH PRESIDING OFFICER:William P. Clements Building300 W. 15th Street, Room 103Austin, Texas 78701 Link to Meeting Agenda TxDMV Board, committee, and advisory committee meetings are open to … Continue reading →

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Additional Webinars for Senate Bill 876

Posted on January 21, 2022 by TxDMV

Please review and distribute as appropriate. Additional webinars will be held to introduce stakeholders to the details and impacts of Senate Bill 876. These webinars will cover information provided in the webinars conducted January 18 and January 20. The webinar … Continue reading →

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TxIRP System issues resolved

Posted on January 18, 2022 by TxDMV

The TxIRP system issues have been resolved.   You may contact Commercial Fleet Services at 1-800-299-1700, option 5 for assistance. The TxDMV regrets the earlier inconvenience.    Source: Motor Carriers TxIRP System issues resolved

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TxIRP System Technical Difficulties

Posted on January 18, 2022 by TxDMV

The TxIRP system is currently experiencing technical difficulties.   You may contact Commercial Fleet Services at 1-800-299-1700, option 5 for more information. The TxDMV regrets the inconvenience. We will send out a notification when TxIRP is working properly.    Source: Motor … Continue reading →

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January 2022 Motor Vehicle Title Manual Update

Posted on January 13, 2022 by TxDMV

Please review and distribute as appropriate. The latest update to the Motor Vehicle Title Manual (attached) is now available via Registration and Title System (RTS) workstations and at www.txdmv.gov. We welcome your feedback and encourage you to email any comments … Continue reading →

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January 2022 Motor Vehicle Registration Manual Update

Posted on January 13, 2022 by TxDMV

Please review and distribute as appropriate. The latest update to the Motor Vehicle Registration Manual (attached) is now available via Registration and Title System (RTS) workstations and at www.txdmv.gov. The department welcomes your feedback and encourages you to email any … Continue reading →

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TxDMV Holiday Hours – MLK Day 2022

Posted on January 13, 2022 by TxDMV

The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, Jan.17, 2022. Vehicle title and registration services: Most vehicle title and registration services are provided by your county tax office. County tax … Continue reading →

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Webinars for Senate Bill 876: Processing of Title and Registration Transactions by any Willing County

Posted on January 12, 2022 by TxDMV

Please review and distribute as appropriate. Senate Bill (SB) 876, enacted by the 87th Legislature, allows an application for title and initial registration to be submitted to any county tax assessor-collector willing to accept the transaction in addition to the … Continue reading →

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Senate Bill 876: Processing of Title and Registration Transactions by any Willing County

Posted on January 5, 2022 by TxDMV

Please review and distribute as appropriate. Senate Bill (SB) 876, enacted by the 87th Legislature, allows an application for title and initial registration to be submitted to any county tax assessor-collector willing to accept the transaction in addition to the … Continue reading →

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Updated Supply Order Form (VTR-240)

Posted on January 4, 2022 by TxDMV

Please review and distribute as appropriate. The updated Supply Request (Form VTR-240) is attached for your immediate use. Please discontinue use of previous versions of the form. Any order submitted on a version of a form prior to the 12/2021 … Continue reading →

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Change in online registration renewal eligibility

Posted on December 30, 2021 by TxDMV

MEDIA ADVISORY Change in state law allows additional time for online registration renewal eligibility (AUSTIN, Texas – December 30, 2021) A new state law gives Texans additional time to renew their vehicle registration online. House Bill 2152 allows online registration … Continue reading →

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Changes to Disabled Veteran License Plates

Posted on December 30, 2021 by TxDMV

NEWS RELEASE Reminder: Changes to Disabled Veteran License Plates Coming in 2022 Disabled Veteran Plates with the International Symbol of Access will be available (AUSTIN, Texas – December 30, 2021) Beginning Jan. 1, 2022, a new state law changes the … Continue reading →

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Webinar Invite for RTB #004-21

Posted on December 29, 2021 by TxDMV

Please review and distribute as appropriate. Webinars will be held for county tax assessor-collectors to discuss RTB #004-21, “Requirements and Availability of the Disabled Veteran (DV) License Plate with the International Symbol of Access (ISA).” The webinar schedule is listed … Continue reading →

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RTB #004-21 Requirements and Availability of the Disabled Veteran (DV) License Plate with the International Symbol of Access (ISA)

Posted on December 29, 2021 by TxDMV

Please review and distribute as appropriate. Registration and Title Bulletin (RTB) #004-21 provides guidance on the updated eligibility requirements and availability of the new disabled veteran license plates that include the International Symbol of Access and changes to parking privileges … Continue reading →

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2022 Calendar and Application Manager Dates

Posted on December 28, 2021 by TxDMV

Please review and distribute as appropriate. Attached are two files providing both a calendar and a table listing format of the Gregorian and Application Manager (AM) dates for calendar year 2022. The AM date is part of the transaction identification … Continue reading →

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TxDMV Holiday Hours – December 2021

Posted on December 21, 2021 by TxDMV

Need to take care of business with the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) around the holidays? Please be aware that TxDMV will be closed on Friday, December 24. Have a safe and happy holiday! Vehicle title and registration services: Most … Continue reading →

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Completed: MCCS Release 11.0 (12/19/2021 @ 6:00 AM)

Posted on December 19, 2021 by TxDMV

Good morning, The deployment of the Motor Carrier Credentialing System (MCCS) updates were completed as of 6:00 AM this morning, 12/19/2021. Thank you, Texas Department of Motor VehiclesIT Department     Source: Motor Carriers Completed: MCCS Release 11.0 (12/19/2021 @ 6:00 … Continue reading →

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Completed: RTS Release 11.0 (12/19/2021 @ 6:00 AM)

Posted on December 19, 2021 by TxDMV

Good morning, The deployment of the RTS system updates were completed as of 6:00 AM this morning, 12/19/2021. Thank you, Texas Department of Motor VehiclesIT Department Source: Tax Assessor-Collectors Completed: RTS Release 11.0 (12/19/2021 @ 6:00 AM)

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