EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — A backlog in vehicle title and registration transactions in El Paso County has decreased to fewer than 500, according to an update received by county leaders.
The backlog was initially caused by the implementation of Texas law HB718 in July, which mandates motor vehicle dealers to issue metal license plates at the time of sale and use a new system for the process.
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In September, the backlog had exceeded 5,000.
Ruben Gonzalez, the El Paso County tax assessor and collector, attributed the backlog to staffing challenges.
County leaders announced efforts to fill seven vacancies, with two positions expected to be filled by January.
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