April 2020 NMVTIS Guide Revision

Posted on April 7, 2020 by TxDMV

Please review the following information and distribute as appropriate.

The latest update to the NMVTIS Guide (attached) is now available via Registration and Title System workstations and at www.txdmv.gov.

We welcome your feedback and encourage you to email any comments or suggestions to VTR_Title_Reg-Manual-Update@txdmv.gov (please note the underscores between VTR and Title and between Title and Reg).

Updates for this release are marked with red change bars in the text. 

Chapter 1 – Overview
Section 1.5, “State Participation,” was updated with a new map to represent the states participating in NMVTIS.

Chapter 5 – Title Brands
Section 5.1, “NMVTIS Brands,” was updated with a note regarding new odometer brand errors that will reflect on the NMVTIS Inquiry Error Report that were added with Registration and Title System Release 9.5.1.

Chapter 7 – Title Numbers and Issue Date
Section 7.3, “Title Samples and Title Information,” was updated to clarify vehicles with a model year of 1999 or prior are exempt from titling in New Hampshire.

Thank you,

Jeremiah Kuntz, Director
Vehicle Titles and Registration Division
Texas Department of Motor Vehicles

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April 2020 Registration Manual Update

Posted on April 6, 2020 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.

We welcome your feedback and encourage you to email any comments or suggestions to VTR_Title_Reg-Manual-Update@txdmv.gov (please note the underscores between VTR and Title and Title and Reg).

Updates for this release are marked with red change bars in the text.

The following are brief summaries of the chapters updated in the April 2020 revision.

Chapter 6 – Exempt License Plates
Section 6.1, “General Provisions,” was updated to specify the inscription requirements for vehicles issued exempt registration do not apply to vehicles owned by the federal government and its subsidiary agencies.

Section 6.2, “Application for Standard Exempt License Plates,” was updated as a result of House Bill (HB) 2315, to specify exempt plates may be obtained for travel trailers used by a government agency to provide temporary housing in response to a natural disaster or other declared emergency.

Chapter 10 – General Provisions
Section 10.12, “Communication Impediment,” was updated to specify the communication impediment indicator can be added to the vehicle record even if the individual with the impediment is not the recorded owner. This section also specifies that the Certification of a Communication Impediment (Form VTR-216) must be returned to the customer after verifying the certification and selecting the check box in the Registration and Title System (RTS).

Chapter 16 – Temporary Permits
Section 16.1, “Temporary 72-Hour or 144-Hour Permits,” was updated to specify that temporary permits should be printed on plain paper and not VTR-500-RTS paper when possible.

Section 16.2, “One-Trip (single trip) or 30-Day Trip Permits,” was updated as a result of HB 3842, to specify marking the “Dealer Closure” check box in RTS results in waiving all fees associated with the issuance of one 30-Day Permit.  The “Dealer Closure” check box in RTS should be used only when the customer presents a department-issued letter stating the dealership has gone out of business and the fees may be waived.

Thank you,

Jeremiah Kuntz, Director
Vehicle Titles and Registration Division
Texas Department of Motor Vehicles

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TxDMV Board Meeting – April 2, 2020

Posted on April 1, 2020 by TxDMV

 

 

 

 

The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) Board has scheduled an Open Meeting via telephone conference call.

Board Meeting 
Thursday, April 2, 2020 – 8 a.m. via Webex or the toll free number below. If you have any technical questions about accessing the meeting, please send an email to Board.Tech.Help@txdmv.gov.

Instructions for accessing the meeting via Webex:

https://txdmv.webex.com/txdmv/j.php?MTID=m23b961d05fb47a93942a7e21e0ae39c5

Phone number for accessing the meeting via phone:

United States Toll Free: 1-844-740-1264
Event number/Access code: 800 407 428

Link to April 2, 2020, TxDMV Board Meeting Documents: https://www.txdmv.gov/about-us/txdmv-board-meetings

TxDMV board and committee meetings are open to the public. However, all public participation on April 2 will be online or through phone due to the COVID-19 situation. Anyone not participating in the website is encouraged to livestream it instead of entering the WebEx meeting.  Visit the TxDMV board page for agendas and transcripts.

Commenters must send an email to GCO_General@txdmv.gov with one of the following prior to the agenda item being taken up by the Board: 

  1. a completed registration form (available on the TxDMV webpage for the Board and other public meetings: https://www.txdmv.gov/about-us/txdmv-board-meetings); or
  2. the following information:
    1. the agenda item you wish to comment on;
    2. your name and address, including your city, state, and zip code; and
    3. who you are representing.


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TxDMV Board Meeting – April 2, 2020

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Delinquent webDEALER Transactions Submitted During Waiver Period

Posted on April 1, 2020 by TxDMV

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Governor Greg Abbott waived the time in which to apply for title and the associated delinquent transfer penalty from March 16, 2020, until 60 days after the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) provides notice normal titling services have resumed.  As a result, the delinquent transfer penalty does not apply to title applications submitted during the waiver period.

webDEALER automatically assesses the $10 dealer delinquent transfer penalty for applicable transactions and does not currently allow for the waiver of the fee. Programming changes needed to implement the waiver in webDEALER are currently being evaluated.  Notice will be provided once the programming changes have been implemented.

Dealer transactions eligible for the delinquent transfer penalty waiver must be physically submitted to the county tax office to avoid having the penalty assessed.  Transactions created in webDEALER with a delinquent transfer penalty may be voided and physically submitted to the county tax office even if the ownership evidence has been stamped “SURRENDERED.”  Counties may elect to return submitted transactions to dealers, so the transactions can be voided and physically submitted, or counties may approve transactions and process a refund of the delinquent transfer penalty.   

The TxDMV understands the impact the workaround has on counties and dealers and appreciates your understanding as we work to develop a solution in the webDEALER application. 

Thank you,

Jeremiah Kuntz, Director
Vehicle Titles and Registration Division
Texas Department of Motor Vehicles

If you have any questions concerning this communication, please contact your local TxDMV Regional Service Center.

 

Source: Dealers and Manufacturers
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RTB 007-20 Additional Availability of the Bonded Title Process and Determination of Eligibility

Posted on March 26, 2020 by TxDMV

Please review and distribute as appropriate.

Thank you,

Jeremiah Kuntz, Director
Vehicle Titles and Registration Division
Texas Department of Motor Vehicles

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RTB 007-20 Additional Availability of the Bonded Title Process and Determination of Eligibility

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Extension of Timeframe to Accept the Law Enforcement Identification Number Inspection (Form VTR-68-A) due to COVID-19

Posted on March 24, 2020 by TxDMV

Please review and distribute as appropriate.

On March 16, 2020, Governor Greg Abbott granted the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles’ (TxDMV) request for a waiver of the time in which to apply for title and the associated delinquent transfer penalty as a result of the Governor’s Disaster Proclamation.  The TxDMV will provide notice when normal titling services have resumed.  The waiver is in effect until 60 days after the notice is provided and applies to all counties.

Consistent with the Governor’s action and the suspension of titling and registration requirements, the 30-calendar day timeframe to accept a Law Enforcement Identification Number Inspection (Form VTR-68-A) is extended effective immediately.  The extension is in effect until 60 days after the TxDMV provides notice normal titling services have resumed.  A properly completed Law Enforcement Identification Number Inspection (Form VTR-68-A) may be accepted during this time regardless of the inspection date.

Thank you,

Jeremiah Kuntz, Director
Vehicle Titles and Registration Division
Texas Department of Motor Vehicles

If you have any questions concerning this communication, please contact your local TxDMV Regional Service Center.

 

Source: Dealers and Manufacturers
Extension of Timeframe to Accept the Law Enforcement Identification Number Inspection (Form VTR-68-A) due to COVID-19

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Complete: RTS Release 9.6.0 (3/22/2020 @ 5:23 AM)

Posted on March 22, 2020 by TxDMV

Good morning,

The deployment of the RTS updates was completed as of 5:23 AM this morning, 3/22/2020.

Thank you,

TxDMV IT

Department of Motor Vehicles

 

 

 

 

Source: Tax Assessor-Collectors
Complete: RTS Release 9.6.0 (3/22/2020 @ 5:23 AM)

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Complete: eLicensing Release 9.6.0 (3/22/2020 @ 5:23 AM)

Posted on March 22, 2020 by TxDMV

Good morning,

The deployment of the eLicensing updates was completed as of 5:23 AM this morning, 3/22/2020.

Thank you,

TxDMV IT

Department of Motor Vehicles

 

 

 

 

 

Source: Dealers and Manufacturers
Complete: eLicensing Release 9.6.0 (3/22/2020 @ 5:23 AM)

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RTS Release Notes 9.6.0

Posted on March 20, 2020 by TxDMV

Good afternoon,

Over the weekend of March 20, 2020, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) updated the Registration and Title System (RTS) with Release 9.6.0 that contains the content summarized below. 

Legislative Changes:

  • Capturing Sales Tax Information for Certain Year Model Off-Highway Vehicles Purchased Out of State

Enhancements:

 

  • County Admin Manages Users’ Access to the Cognos Fraud Reports
  • How to Grant Access Rights to the Cognos Fraud Reports
  • How to Remove Fraud Report Permission from a User 

 

Defects Resolved:

 

  • Corrected Title Off-Highway Use Only Vehicles

Please note: For your convenience RTS Release Notes 9.6.0 are attached. For detailed information about the items listed above, additional enhancements and issue resolutions after the release has been deployed, please refer to the TAC Hub (www.txdmv.gov/tax-assessor-collectors).

Thank you,

Texas Department of Motor Vehicles
IT Services Division

 

Source: Tax Assessor-Collectors
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Reminder: eLicensing Release 9.6.0 (3/21/2020 @ 6:00 PM)

Posted on March 20, 2020 by TxDMV

Good morning,

 

Over the weekend of March 20, 2020, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) will update the eLicensing system. During the deployment of the new release you may experience intermittent connectivity issues to the following applications:

 

Starting at 6:00 PM Saturday (3/21/2020) through 8:00 AM Sunday (3/22/2020):

 

  • eLicensing

 

Note: A reply to all will be sent when the maintenance is complete. Please contact the TxDMV Customer Service department if you experience system issues after the maintenance has been completed.

 

Thank you,

 

Texas Department of Motor Vehicles

IT Services Division

 

 

 

Source: Dealers and Manufacturers
Reminder: eLicensing Release 9.6.0 (3/21/2020 @ 6:00 PM)

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Reminder: RTS Release 9.6.0 (3/21/2020 @ 6:00 PM)

Posted on March 20, 2020 by TxDMV

Good morning,

 

Over the weekend of March 20, 2020, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) will update the Registration and Titling System (RTS). During the deployment of the new release you may experience intermittent connectivity issues to the following applications:

 

Starting at 6:00 PM Saturday (3/21/2020) through 8:00 AM Sunday (3/22/2020):

 

  • RTS POS
  • IVTRS
  • NMVTIS
  • MVInet

 

Note: A reply to all will be sent when the maintenance is complete. Please contact the TxDMV Customer Service department if you experience system issues after the maintenance has been completed.

 

Thank you,

 

Texas Department of Motor Vehicles

IT Services Division

 

 

Source: Tax Assessor-Collectors
Reminder: RTS Release 9.6.0 (3/21/2020 @ 6:00 PM)

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Initial Notification: RTS Release 9.6.0 (3/21/2020 @ 6:00 PM)

Posted on March 18, 2020 by TxDMV

Good afternoon,

 

Over the weekend of March 20, 2020, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) will update the Registration and Titling System (RTS). During the deployment of the new release you may experience intermittent connectivity issues to the following applications:

 

Starting at 6:00 PM Saturday (3/21/2020) through 8:00 AM Sunday (3/22/2020):

 

  • RTS POS
  • IVTRS
  • NMVTIS
  • MVInet

 

Note: A reply to all will be sent when the maintenance is complete. Please contact the TxDMV Customer Service department if you experience system issues after the maintenance has been completed.

 

Thank you,

 

Texas Department of Motor Vehicles

IT Services Division

 

 

Source: Tax Assessor-Collectors
Initial Notification: RTS Release 9.6.0 (3/21/2020 @ 6:00 PM)

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Initial Notification: eLicensing Release 9.6.0 (3/21/2020 @ 6:00 PM)

Posted on March 18, 2020 by TxDMV

Good afternoon,

 

Over the weekend of March 20, 2020, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) will update the eLicensing system. During the deployment of the new release you may experience intermittent connectivity issues to the following applications:

 

Starting at 6:00 PM Saturday (3/21/2020) through 8:00 AM Sunday (3/22/2020):

 

  • eLicensing

 

Note: A reply to all will be sent when the maintenance is complete. Please contact the TxDMV Customer Service department if you experience system issues after the maintenance has been completed.

 

Thank you,

 

Texas Department of Motor Vehicles

IT Services Division

 

 

 

Source: Dealers and Manufacturers
Initial Notification: eLicensing Release 9.6.0 (3/21/2020 @ 6:00 PM)

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TxDMV Regional Service Centers Closed to Public

Posted on March 17, 2020 by TxDMV

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In an effort to reduce the exposure of Texans to COVID-19 Coronavirus, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) announced Tuesday, March 17, that its 16 Regional Service Centers would be closed to the public for in-person transactions as of the close of business on March 17. Services and support will continue to be provided by mail, email, and phone while in-person services are unavailable.  Additionally, these offices will remain available to provide support to all 254 county tax assessor-collector offices.

Guidance to the public regarding the process for completing common transactions while offices are closed to public access is available www.TxDMV.gov/covid-19.  We ask for your assistance in directing customers to our webpage and ensure they are aware that our offices are not available for in-person transactions.

We will continue to monitor the situation and provide you updates as necessary.  Further, we will inform you once a decision has been made to resume normal business operations.

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

Thank you,

Jeremiah Kuntz, Director
Vehicle Titles and Registration Division
Texas Department of Motor Vehicles

If you have any questions concerning this communication, please contact your local TxDMV Regional Service Center.

 

Source: Dealers and Manufacturers
TxDMV Regional Service Centers Closed to Public

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TxDMV Regional Service Centers Closed to Public for In-Person Transactions

Posted on March 17, 2020 by TxDMV

Texas DMV

MEDIA ADVISORY

TxDMV Regional Service Centers Closed to Public for In-Person Transactions

(AUSTIN, Texas – March 17, 2020) In an effort to reduce the exposure of Texans to COVID-19 Coronavirus, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles announced Tuesday, March 17, that its 16 Regional Service Centers would be closed to the public for in-person transactions as of the close of business on March 17. Services and support will continue to be provided by mail, email, and phone while in-person services are unavailable.

Located throughout Texas, Regional Service Centers provide specialized services to the public, including replacement titles, bonded title rejection letters, apportioned registration, annual permits for motor carriers, and the investigation and resolution of errors in Texas titles.

Guidance to the public regarding the process for completing common transactions while offices are closed to public access is available at txdmv.gov/covid-19.  The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles will make an announcement once the decision is made to resume normal business operations.

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Media Contact:  

Media@TxDMV.gov

(512) 465-1484

 

 

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Statutory Waiver of Certain Registration, 30-Day Permit and Renewal of Permanent Disabled Parking Placard Requirements due to COVID-19

Posted on March 16, 2020 by TxDMV

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On March 13, 2020, Governor Greg Abbott declared a state of disaster for all counties in Texas due to the threat of COVID-19.  Governor Abbott issued a statement on March 16, 2020, granting a temporary extension to obtain initial registration, renewal of registration, and renewal of a permanent disabled parking placard.  Governor Abbott also granted a temporary extension for an individual with an expired 30-day temporary permit to obtain another permit or Texas registration.

The temporary waiver applies to vehicle owners in all Texas counties as set forth in the above-referenced statement.  The temporary waiver grants an extension for initial issuance of registration, renewal of registration, renewal of a permanent disabled parking placard, and issuance of a 30-day temporary permit needed to operate a vehicle on public roads.  The TxDMV will provide notice when normal registration, permanent disabled parking placard renewal and permit issuance services have resumed.  The waiver is in effect until 60 days after the notice is provided and applies to all counties.
 
The purpose of the waiver is to prevent customers from having to physically visit a county tax assessor-collector office to obtain initial registration or a 30-day temporary permit (when the person’s 30-day temporary permit expired); or to renew registration or a permanent disabled parking placard.  Customers may continue to renew their registration online at www.TxDMV.gov. 

The department will notify you when Normal registration, permanent disabled parking placard renewal and permit issuance services have resumed.  The department will notify law enforcement of the temporary waiver, and we will inform the motoring public of the extension granted by the temporary waiver. 

Thank you,

Jeremiah Kuntz, Director
Vehicle Titles and Registration Division
Texas Department of Motor Vehicles

 

If you have any questions concerning this communication, please contact your local TxDMV Regional Service Center.

 

Source: Tax Assessor-Collectors
Statutory Waiver of Certain Registration, 30-Day Permit and Renewal of Permanent Disabled Parking Placard Requirements due to COVID-19

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Statutory Waiver of Delinquent Transfer Penalty due to COVID-19

Posted on March 16, 2020 by TxDMV

Please review and distribute as appropriate.

On March 16, 2020, Governor Greg Abbott granted the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles’ (TxDMV) request for a waiver of the time in which to apply for title and the associated delinquent transfer penalty as a result of the Governor’s Disaster Proclamation.  The TxDMV will provide notice when normal titling services have resumed.  The waiver is in effect until 60 days after the notice is provided and applies to all counties.

Effective immediately, there is no requirement for a title application to be submitted within a specified time.  As a result, the delinquent transfer penalty does not apply to any title application submitted between March 16, 2020, and 60 days after the TxDMV provides notice normal titling services have resumed.  Title applications submitted delinquently after 60 days from the TxDMV notice will not be assessed a penalty for any period associated with the waiver.

The purpose of the waiver is to prevent customers from having to physically visit a county tax assessor-collector office, which is why the requirement to apply for title in a specified amount of time has been waived.

Thank you,

Jeremiah Kuntz, Director
Vehicle Titles and Registration Division
Texas Department of Motor Vehicles

If you have any questions concerning this communication, please contact your local TxDMV Regional Service Center.

 

Source: Dealers and Manufacturers
Statutory Waiver of Delinquent Transfer Penalty due to COVID-19

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Important Information Regarding Vehicle Registration, Vehicle Titling, and Disabled Placards Requirements

Posted on March 16, 2020 by TxDMV

Texas DMV

MEDIA ADVISORY

Important Information Regarding Vehicle Registration, Titling and Disabled Placards Requirements

(AUSTIN, Texas – March 16, 2020)  In an effort to reduce the need for in-person transactions, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) worked with Governor Greg Abbott and our stakeholders to temporarily waive certain requirements for vehicle registration, vehicle titling and disabled parking placards.

On March 13, 2020, Governor Greg Abbott issued a proclamation, declaring a state of disaster for all counties in Texas due to the threat of COVID-19. Governor Abbott also issued a statement on March 16, 2020, granting a temporary extension to obtain initial registration, renewal of registration, vehicle titling, and renewal of a permanent disabled parking placard. Governor Abbott also granted a temporary extension for an individual with an expired 30-day temporary permit to obtain another permit or Texas registration.

The temporary waiver applies to vehicle owners in all Texas counties as set forth in the above-referenced proclamation and statement. This temporary waiver is in effect until 60 days after TxDMV notifies the public that normal vehicle registration, vehicle titling and related services have resumed. The 60-day period will be the same for all counties.

The purpose of the waiver is to prevent customers from having to physically visit a county tax assessor-collector office to obtain initial registration, to obtain a 30-day temporary permit, to transfer title; or to renew registration or a permanent disabled parking placard. Customers may continue to renew their registration online at www.TxDMV.gov. At this time, TxDMV continues to fill online registration sticker requests and process all other online services.

TxDMV has informed law enforcement agencies and the offices of the county tax assessor-collectors of the temporary waiver. 

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Media Contact:  
Media@TxDMV.gov
(512) 465-1484

Source: News and Information
Important Information Regarding Vehicle Registration, Vehicle Titling, and Disabled Placards Requirements

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Temporary Suspension of Motor Carrier IRP Requirements for COVID-19 Disaster Relief

Posted on March 16, 2020 by TxDMV

Commercial Vehicle registration requirements to travel in and through the state of Texas are temporarily suspended by order of Texas Governor Greg Abbott. This is to make it faster and easier for operators of commercial vehicles to provide COVID-19 disaster relief assistance.

These suspensions apply to the transportation of supplies, medical equipment, and similar materials that are necessary for preparing for, responding to, and mitigating the spread of novel coronavirus (COVID-19)

A commercial motor vehicle qualifies for the temporary suspension of International Registration Plan (IRP) requirements if the vehicle is registered in one of the 48 contiguous states and is not currently registered under IRP. The suspension covers the vehicle registration requirements for operators of commercial motor vehicles that are providing assistance to any state pursuant to the disaster declarations for those states.

Additionally, the requirements to obtain a 72-/144-hour temporary registration permit also are suspended for those commercial motor vehicles that are not eligible for IRP registration.      

These suspensions do not apply to safety and insurance requirements.

No action on your part is required to qualify for the temporary waivers. Instead print and keep the following documentation in the cab of the vehicle, the Governor’s Proclamation and the TxDMV’s Suspension of Size and Weight Requirements. Both are found here: https://www.txdmv.gov/motor-carriers

These suspensions remain in effect until terminated by Governor Abbott or until the March 13, 2020 disaster declaration is lifted or expires. 

 

Source: Motor Carriers
Temporary Suspension of Motor Carrier IRP Requirements for COVID-19 Disaster Relief

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Movement of Oversize/Overweight Loads in Texas During COVID-19 Disaster

Posted on March 16, 2020 by TxDMV

Motor carriers transporting oversize and/or overweight loads for COVID-19 disaster relief efforts have two options:

  1. Federal Disaster Relief Permit (MAP-21) per President Donald Trump’s Declaration of Disaster

If you are moving a divisible load that is overweight only to deliver relief supplies, such as medicine and medical equipment and similar materials that are necessary for preparing for, responding to, and mitigating the spread of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) you may self-issue a Federal Disaster Relief Permit through the Texas Permitting and Routing Optimization System (TxPROS). https://txpros.txdmv.gov/.

A copy of the President’s declaration must be carried with the permit. The declaration can be found here: https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/proclamation-declaring-national-emergency-concerning-novel-coronavirus-disease-covid-19-outbreak/.

The Federal Disaster Relief Permit allows for travel on all state and federal roads, including the interstate highway system. The permit may not be used for overwidth, overlength, or overheight loads.

See permit for a complete list of movement conditions and restrictions. http://www.txdmv.gov/oversize-weight-permits/emergency-relief-permit

  1. Permit Waiver per Gov. Greg Abbott’s Declaration of Disaster

Are you transporting an oversize and/or overweight divisible or non-divisible load of supplies, medical equipment, or similar materials that are necessary for preparing for, responding to, and mitigating the spread of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) for which the TxDMV would normally issue a permit?

If yes, you are not required to obtain a permit at this time. Instead print the Governor’s Proclamation and the TxDMV’s Suspension of Size and Weight Requirements. Both are found here: https://www.txdmv.gov/motor-carriers

You may use the “Bid Route” feature in the Texas Permitting and Routing Optimization System (TxPROS) at https://txpros.txdmv.gov/ to route loads safely.

For a more accurate route than the bid route tool, contact us for routing assistance at 1-800-299-1700, option 2.

Operators are responsible for obtaining current restrictions (excluding curfews) prior to movement.

The Governor’s proclamation waives all permitting requirements except for vehicle escort requirements and restrictions on nighttime movement.

These suspensions remain in effect until terminated by Governor Abbott or until the March 13, 2020 disaster declaration is lifted or expires. 

In anticipation of CORVID-19 limiting state services, motor carriers that do not have a TxPROS user account should create one now at https://txpros.txdmv.gov/.

If you have a TxPROS account but do not remember the username, please contact us. If you do not remember your password and the email address on the account, please contact us for assistance at 1-800-299-1700, options 2-5-4. DO NOT CREATE A NEW ACCOUNT.

 

 

 

Source: Motor Carriers
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Resolved: TxDMV Intermittent Website Issues

Posted on March 7, 2020 by TxDMV

Good evening,

 

The TxDMV website was available as of 8:00 PM this evening, 3/6/2020. We apologize for the inconvenience and any impact on you or your customers.

 

Thank you,

 

TxDMV IT

Department of Motor Vehicles

 

 

 

Source: Tax Assessor-Collectors
Resolved: TxDMV Intermittent Website Issues

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Initial Notification: TxDMV Intermittent Website Issues

Posted on March 5, 2020 by TxDMV

Good morning,

 

It has been reported that some users are experiencing difficulties accessing the TxDMV website. IT support staff are working to resolve the issue. An update will be provided as more information becomes available.

 

We apologize for the inconvenience and impact on you and your customers.

 

Thank you,

 

TxDMV IT

Department of Motor Vehicles

 

 

Source: Tax Assessor-Collectors
Initial Notification: TxDMV Intermittent Website Issues

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Resolved: Black Book Available (2/29/2020 @ 12:42 AM)

Posted on February 29, 2020 by TxDMV

Good morning,

The SPV Black Book was available as of 12:42 AM this morning, 2/29/2020.  If you experience new issues with the Blackbook, please contact the TxDMV Customer Service department.

We apologize for the inconvenience and any impact on you or your customers.

Thank you,

TxDMV IT
Department of Motor Vehicles


Source: Tax Assessor-Collectors
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Webinar Invite for RTB 004-20, RTB 005-20, and RTB 006-20

Posted on February 28, 2020 by TxDMV

Please review and distribute as appropriate.

Webinars will be held for county tax assessor-collectors to discuss:

  • RTB #004-20, “Operation of Off-Highway Vehicles and Golf Carts and the Issuance of License Plates”
  • RTB #005-20, “Titling Procedures and Waiving of Fees for Out of Business Dealer Applications”
  • RTB #006-20, “Title Transactions for Certain Off-Highway Vehicles Purchased Out of State”

The webinar schedule is listed below, and space is limited. Please reserve your virtual “seat” as soon as possible by registering through one of the links.

Webinars

Wednesday, March 4, 2020, at 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM CST https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6866508794626061315

Wednesday, March 4, 2020, at 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM CST https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6021520914540682755

Tax assessor-collectors and deputies, continuing education credit may be considered for your participation in certain Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) hosted webinars. To log your participation, please use the Continuing Education Credit Hours tracking tool on the Tax Assessor-Collectors hub by clicking the Continuing Education Credit icon.

Thank you,

Jeremiah Kuntz, Director
Vehicle Titles and Registration Division
Texas Department of Motor Vehicles

If you have any questions concerning this communication, please contact your local TxDMV Regional Service Center.

 

 

 

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Webinar Invite for RTB 004-20, RTB 005-20, and RTB 006-20

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RTB 006-20 Title Transactions for Certain Off-Highway Vehicles Purchased Out of State

Posted on February 27, 2020 by TxDMV

Please review and distribute as appropriate.

Thank you,

Jeremiah Kuntz, Director
Vehicle Titles and Registration Division
Texas Department of Motor Vehicles

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If you have any questions concerning this communication, please contact your local TxDMV Regional Service Center.

 

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RTB 006-20 Title Transactions for Certain Off-Highway Vehicles Purchased Out of State

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