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Reminder Notification: eLicensing Release 12.0 (02/25/2022 @ 3:25 PM)

Good afternoon, On the weekend of February 25, 2022, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) will update the eLicensing System starting at 6:00 PM Saturday (02/26/2022), lasting up to 10:00 AM Sunday (02/27/2022).  During the deployment window, you may experience intermittent … Continue reading

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Reminder Notification: webDEALER Release 12.0 (02/25/2022 @ 3:25 PM)

Good afternoon, On the weekend of February 25, 2022, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) will update the webDEALER System starting at 6:00 PM Saturday (02/26/2022), lasting up to 10:00 AM Sunday (02/27/2022).  During the deployment window, you may experience intermittent … Continue reading

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Reminder Notification: RTS Release 12.0 (02/25/2022 @ 3:25 PM)

Good afternoon, On the weekend of February 25, 2022, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) will update the Registration and Titling System (RTS) and associated applications.  During the deployment window, you may experience intermittent connectivity when accessing the following … Continue reading

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Reminder Notification: MCCS Release 12.0 (02/25/2022 @ 3:20 PM)

Good afternoon, On the weekend of February 25, 2022, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) will update the Motor Carrier Credentialing System (MCCS) starting at 6:00 PM Saturday (02/26/2022), lasting up to 10:00 AM Sunday (02/27/2022).  During the deployment window, you may … Continue reading

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Initial Notification: eLicensing Release 12.0.0 (2/26/2022 @ 9:00PM)

Good afternoon, On the weekend of February 25, 2022, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) will update the eLicensing System starting at 9:00 PM lasting up to 11:59 PM on Saturday (2/26/2022).  During the deployment window, you may experience intermittent connectivity when … Continue reading

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Initial Notification: webDEALER Release 12.0.0 (2/26/2022 @ 6:00PM)

Good afternoon, On the weekend of February 25, 2022, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) will update the webDEALER System starting at 6:00 PM Saturday (2/26/2022), lasting up to 1:30 AM Sunday (2/27/2022).  During the deployment window, you may experience … Continue reading

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Initial Notification: RTS Release 12.0.0 (2/26/2022 @ 6:00PM)

Good afternoon, On the weekend of February 25, 2022, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) will update the Registration and Titling System (RTS) and associated applications.  During the deployment window, you may experience intermittent connectivity when accessing the following applications: … Continue reading

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TxDMV published rule proposals in the February 25, 2022, issue of the Texas Register

The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) has proposed rules in the February 25, 2022, issue of the Texas Register. The proposed language is available on the TxDMV website at https://www.txdmv.gov/general-counsel/proposed-and-adopted-rules. The proposals are posted for public comment until 5:00 … Continue reading

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TxDMV published rule adoptions in the February 25, 2022, issue of the Texas Register

The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) has adopted rules in the February 25, 2022, issue of the Texas Register. The adopted language is available the TxDMV website at https://www.txdmv.gov/general-counsel/proposed-and-adopted-rules-2021. The adoptions include: amendments to §215.152 and §215.158 are necessary … Continue reading

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Temporary Tags: Maximum Limits and Denial of Access Rules Approved

At the January 27, 2022 meeting, the Board approved rules implementing House Bill 3927, enacted by the 87th Texas Legislature.  These new rules will eliminate the ability to illegally print unlimited numbers of temporary tags for criminal activity, while ensuring … Continue reading

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TxDMV Holiday Hours – Presidents Day 2022

The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles will be closed in observance of Presidents Day on Monday, Feb. 21, 2022. Vehicle title and registration services: Most vehicle title and registration services are provided by your county tax office. County tax office hours … Continue reading

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Webinars for RTB #001-22

Please review and distribute as appropriate. Webinars will be held for county tax assessor-collectors and stakeholders to discuss RTB #001-22, “Processing Title and Registration Transactions by Any Willing County Tax Assessor-Collector.” The purpose of this bulletin is to provide guidance … Continue reading

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RTB #001-22 Processing Title and Registration Transactions by Any Willing County Tax Assessor-Collector

Please review and distribute as appropriate. Registration and Title Bulletin (RTB) #001-22 provides guidance on processing title and registration transactions by any county tax assessor-collector willing to accept the transaction as a result of Senate Bill (SB) 876, enacted by … Continue reading

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New Look for Oversize/Overweight Permits

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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