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Webinars for RTB #002-21 and RTB #003-21

Posted on August 20, 2021 by TxDMV

Please review and distribute as appropriate. Webinars will be held for county tax assessor-collectors and licensed vehicle storage facilities to discuss RTB #002-21, “Transfer of Certain Property from a Self-Service Storage Facility (SSF) to a Licensed Vehicle Storage Facility (VSF) … Continue reading →

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Update: RTS Batch Report is delayed (08/20/2021 11:10 AM)

Posted on August 20, 2021 by TxDMV

Good morning, As communicated earlier, the RTS batch process did not complete overnight; however, RTS remains available, and you can continue to process transactions.  Transactions processed Wednesday, August 18, 2021, have not updated in the system, and associated reports are … Continue reading →

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Initial Notification: RTS Batch Report is delayed (08/20/2021 7:55 AM)

Posted on August 20, 2021 by TxDMV

Good morning, TxDMV RTS Batch for the night of 08/19/2021 is still processing at this time, which includes transactions and reporting. We will provide progress updates throughout the day. At this time, reports will not be available until after 3PM. … Continue reading →

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RTB 003-21 Change to Timeframe for Filing a Mechanic Lien Foreclosure Notice with the County Tax Assessor-Collector for Certain Vehicles

Posted on August 19, 2021 by TxDMV

Please review and distribute as appropriate. Registration and Title Bulletin (RTB) #003-21 provides guidance on a change to when a mechanic must file a copy of the foreclosure notice with a county tax assessor-collector for vehicles with a gross weight … Continue reading →

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RTB 002-21 Transfer of Certain Property from a Self-Service Storage Facility (SSF) to a Licensed Vehicle Storage Facility (VSF) for Disposition

Posted on August 19, 2021 by TxDMV

Please review and distribute as appropriate. Registration and Title Bulletin (RTB) #002-21 provides guidance on the transfer of certain property from a self-service storage facility to a licensed vehicle storage facility for disposition as a result of Senate Bill 1181, … Continue reading →

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Motor Carrier Alert

Posted on August 17, 2021 by TxDMV

ALERT The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) did NOT send this text message regarding your USDOT Number and TXDMV number: The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles does not send text messages regarding renewal of motor carrier certificates of registration. … Continue reading →

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HB3533 Bond Notice Final

Posted on August 10, 2021 by TxDMV

House Bill 3533 was passed during the regular 87th legislative session increasing the required surety bond amount for most dealer general distinguishing number (GDN) holders.  Effective September 1, 2021, the security requirement to issue or renew a GDN requires a … Continue reading →

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Now Available: New options for Independent Dealer Training

Posted on August 10, 2021 by TxDMV

The 86th Texas Legislature passed Senate Bill 604 requiring Independent Motor Vehicle Dealers who have been licensed less than 10 years, and new applicants for those licenses, to complete a web-based education training course prior to submitting a new or … Continue reading →

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Ya disponible: Nuevas opciones para la formación de distribuidores independientes

Posted on August 10, 2021 by TxDMV

La 86th Legislatura de Texas aprobó el Proyecto de Ley del Senado 604 que requiere que los Concesionarios Independientes de Vehículos Motorizados que tengan una licencia de menos de 10 años, y los nuevos solicitantes de esas licencias, completen un … Continue reading →

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TxPROS and FMCSA Out-of-Service Orders

Posted on August 10, 2021 by TxDMV

Effective 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 24, oversize/overweight permit applicants required to have a USDOT Number must provide it during the permit application process. TxPROS will check the number against the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) system, MCMIS, for any … Continue reading →

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Resolved: Statewide Network Issues (08/06/2021 3:50 PM)

Posted on August 6, 2021 by TxDMV

Good afternoon, The network connectivity issues have now been resolved.  VPN is also reinstated and fully operational. We apologize for the inconvenience and any impact on you or your customers. Thank you, Texas Department of Motor VehiclesIT Department     … Continue reading →

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Initial Notification: Statewide Network Issues (08/06/2021 2:23 PM)

Posted on August 6, 2021 by TxDMV

Good afternoon, TxDMV is currently experiencing network connectivity issues.  VPN is also impacted.  TxDMV staff are currently troubleshooting these network issues.  We will send an update once the network issues have been resolved. We apologize for the inconvenience and any … Continue reading →

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Disabled Veteran License Plates with International Symbol of Access Availability

Posted on August 6, 2021 by TxDMV

Please review and distribute as appropriate. Senate Bill (SB) 792, enacted by the 87th Legislature, allows eligible disabled veterans to opt for Disabled Veteran (DV) license plates with the International Symbol of Access (ISA). SB 792 requires the Texas Department … Continue reading →

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TxDMV Board Meeting – August 5, 2021

Posted on August 3, 2021 by TxDMV

Board Meeting Thursday, August 5, 2021 – 9:00 a.m. THE PUBLIC PHYSICAL LOCATION WITH PRESIDING OFFICER:Texas Department of Motor Vehicles4000 Jackson Ave., Building 1, Lone Star RoomAustin, Texas 78731 Link to Meeting Agenda TxDMV Board, committee, and advisory committee meetings … Continue reading →

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Finance and Audit Committee Meeting – August 4, 2021

Posted on August 3, 2021 by TxDMV

Finance and Audit Committee MeetingThursday, August 4, 2021 – 2:00 p.m. THE PUBLIC PHYSICAL LOCATION WITH PRESIDING OFFICER:Texas Department of Motor Vehicles4000 Jackson Ave., Building 1, Lone Star RoomAustin, Texas 78731 Link to Meeting Agenda TxDMV Board, committee, and advisory … Continue reading →

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Informational Alert: Customers Receiving Fraudulent emails posing as TxDMV (08/02/2021 10:30AM)

Posted on August 2, 2021 by TxDMV

  Good morning, The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) is aware of suspicious emails that are being sent from illegitimate accounts posing as TxDMV staff.  These are phishing emails and an attempt to obtain sensitive information from you.  The … Continue reading →

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License Plate Applications Submitted to OpenText for Imaging

Posted on July 30, 2021 by TxDMV

Please review and distribute as appropriate. The department’s imaging vendor, OpenText, is now scanning license plate applications and supporting documents. Effective August 2, 2021, you may begin sending all exempt registration, personalized dealer, and qualifying specialty license plate applications ready … Continue reading →

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July 30 LMS Transition Reminder

Posted on July 27, 2021 by TxDMV

                                                                               Reminder – July 30 –                     Last Day for Registration and Title System (RTS)                                 Training in Articulate Online Please review and distribute as appropriate. Articulate Online will no longer be available after July 30, 2021.  Please plan to complete … Continue reading →

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Resolved: RTS – Temporary Permit Issue (7/26/2021 @ 2:05PM)

Posted on July 26, 2021 by TxDMV

Good afternoon, The RTS Temporary Permit function is now available. Thank you, Texas Department of Motor Vehicles IT Department        Source: Tax Assessor-Collectors Resolved: RTS – Temporary Permit Issue (7/26/2021 @ 2:05PM)

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Initial Notification: RTS – Temporary Permit Issue (7/26/2021 @ 1:00PM)

Posted on July 26, 2021 by TxDMV

Good afternoon, The RTS Temporary Permit function is currently unavailable.  Support staff are working to resolve the issue. An update will be sent as more information becomes available.  We apologize for the inconvenience and any impact on you or your customers. … Continue reading →

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Resolved: webDEALER is available (07/21/2021 02:24 PM)

Posted on July 21, 2021 by TxDMV

Good afternoon, The webDEALER system is now available.  Please remember that if you used an Internet Down tag, you must enter the information for that tag into webDEALER as soon as the system is accessible. Doing this will ensure you … Continue reading →

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Resolved: RTS is available (07/21/2021 02:24 PM)

Posted on July 21, 2021 by TxDMV

Good afternoon, The RTS system is now available. We apologize for the inconvenience and any impact on you or your customers. Thank you, Texas Department of Motor VehiclesIT Department         Source: Tax Assessor-Collectors Resolved: RTS is available … Continue reading →

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Initial Notification: webDEALER Unavailable (07/21/2021 @ 12:35 PM)

Posted on July 21, 2021 by TxDMV

Good afternoon, The webDEALER system is currently unavailable. Support staff are working to resolve the issue.  We will provide updates as we work on the issue and when the issue is resolved. As a reminder, if you are unable to … Continue reading →

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Initial Notification: RTS Unavailable (07/21/2021 @ 12:17 PM)

Posted on July 21, 2021 by TxDMV

Good afternoon, The RTS system is currently unavailable. Support staff are working to resolve the issue.  We will provide updates as we work on the issue and when the issue is resolved. We apologize for the inconvenience and any impact on … Continue reading →

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Security Alert: SCAM NOTIFICATION: Suspicious e-Mails Sent to webDEALER Users (07/16/2021 3:21PM)

Posted on July 16, 2021 by TxDMV

  Good afternoon, The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) has become aware that some webDEALER users have received emails claiming to come from TxDMV. The emails are not from TxDMV. They are sent by cybercriminals attempting to gain access … Continue reading →

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