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RTB #011-15 Use of the Dealer Reassignment of Title for a Motor Vehicle, Form VTR-41-A, with “Open” Reassignments

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Form vtr-41-a. dealer's reassignment of title for motor vehicle.

The VTR-41-A form, also known as the Dealer's Reassignment of Title for Motor Vehicle, is a crucial document regulated by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles. This form serves the purpose of facilitating the transfer of ownership for motor vehicles between dealerships or licensed entities in Texas.

The form comprises several sections that need to be completed accurately. It includes fields for the vehicle identification number (VIN), year, make, body style, and license plate number of the vehicle being reassigned. Additionally, the form requires the name and address of both the original buyer and the new buyer, along with their signatures.

When filling out the VTR-41-A form, it is vital to ensure that all information provided is correct and matches the corresponding vehicle and parties involved. Accuracy is crucial to avoid any potential legal issues or complications during the transfer process.

To complete the form, specific data will be required, such as the VIN, vehicle details, buyer's and seller's information, and authorized signatures. In addition to the completed form, dealers must attach the original title certificate and any supporting documentation, such as lien releases or power of attorney forms, if applicable.

This form is commonly utilized by licensed dealerships or entities engaged in selling motor vehicles. Its purpose is to properly reassign the title from the dealer to the subsequent buyer, ensuring a seamless transfer of ownership.

An example scenario where the VTR-41-A form would be used is when a licensed dealership sells a vehicle to an individual, but the buyer decides to resell the vehicle before titling it in their name. In this case, the dealer would complete the form, providing the necessary buyer and vehicle information, and sign off on the reassignment section, effectively transferring the title to the new buyer.

It is important to note that there are related forms, such as the VTR-34 (Application for Certified Copy of Title) and VTR-265-M (Mechanic's Lien Foreclosure). These forms serve different purposes within the motor vehicle transfer and sales process in Texas.

Once completed, the VTR-41-A form can be submitted to the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles through various methods, including mail or in-person at a local county tax office. The department maintains electronic records of submitted forms, ensuring secure storage and accessibility for future reference .

In summary, the VTR-41-A form is an essential document used by licensed dealerships or entities in Texas to reassign the title of a motor vehicle during a resale transaction. By providing accurate information and adhering to the necessary requirements, this form facilitates a smooth transfer of ownership while complying with state regulations.

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Teacher transfers and reassignments

Can teachers be transferred or reassigned any time their administration decides to move them?

While it may seem unfair, unjust and downright wrong, school districts have an almost absolute right to transfer or reassign teachers at any time for any reason.

With the exception of the diminishing number of teachers on continuing contracts, most teachers sign a contract every year or two. Although you might not have read your contract in great detail, it always includes a clause stating, for example, that each teacher "shall be subject to assignment and reassignment of positions or duties, additional duties, changes in responsibilities or work, transfers, or reclassification at any time during the contract term."

School district authority to reassign or transfer a teacher is typically explicit both in the teacher’s contract and in local policies. A complete copy of your school district’s policies should be available in your personnel office, and a growing number of districts have these documents online.

If your district subscribes to the Texas Association of School Boards policy service, the policies specifically addressing the ability of the superintendent to reassign/transfer a teacher are Policy DK (local) and BJA (local). A typical DK (local) policy reads as follows:

"All personnel are employed subject to assignment and reassignment by the superintendent or designee."

A typical BJA (local) policy, under the personnel management section, reads as follows:

"[A superintendent can] Assign and reassign all personnel; exercise final placement authority for educators transferred because of enrollment shifts or program changes."

When you consider these several grants of authority in conjunction, it becomes clear why school districts have almost an absolute authority to reassign/transfer a teacher at any time.

Challenging the district action

Although you, as a teacher, may be reassigned or transferred, it is not to say that you do not have an avenue to challenge the reassignment/transfer. The most formal avenue is to file a grievance to what is, in most districts, Policy DGBA (local).

The grievance process is a procedure every district uses to enable employees to file formal complaints regarding any condition of work. Most policies allow 15 calendar days for initially filing a grievance, and generally this timeline is strictly followed. Once you know or should know about your reassignment or transfer, you have 15 calendar days to file a grievance. Some district policies allow for a longer (or shorter) period of time, so you MUST read your district DGBA policy to ensure that you file a grievance in a timely manner.

A reassignment or transfer would be grounds for filing a grievance. Although you, as a teacher, have an absolute right to file a grievance, you should be aware that the chances for success are not great unless you can show an impermissible motive for the action.

If you can show that the school district reassigned you for an impermissible reason (for example, race, sex, national origin or religion), you would have a higher likelihood of success. Providing evidence of an illegal motive, however, is not an easy task; you must show that the reassignment/transfer was directly related to the impermissible reason. If the district has evidence to show that the action was based on any other reason, even if the other reasons are rather mundane, you most likely will not be successful in challenging the action.

A reduction in pay is another factor that is considered during the reassignment/transfer grievance process. Action that results in a pay reduction might provide a financial reason to successfully grieve the action; however, if the district pays the difference in salary, this argument would not be valid.

Bringing a grievance will ultimately allow you to reach the school board level, which on occasion results in a favorable outcome for the teacher even in the absence of a strong legal argument. If you can persuade your local school board that you were treated unfairly or that a better alternative was available, it is possible that the board could grant the relief requested in your grievance. More commonly, however, local boards are urged to support the administration and not interfere in management decisions. This usually results in the board’s ratification of the administration’s action.

Movement to an area for which you are not certified

A final reassignment/transfer issue that is highly problematic involves moving a certified teacher to a teaching position for which he/she is not certified. Surprisingly, districts DO have the right to take this action. Under the authority of the Texas Administrative Code, a school district can apply for an emergency permit for a certified teacher who was employed by the district in the previous year or semester in a position for which he/she was certified to teach. The authority is granted in the Texas Administrative Code Title 19, Sec. 230.501.

If the requirements in this provision are satisfied, the district has the authority to require reassignment/transfer. The good news is that the district can get the emergency permit for only one year. If you are placed in this situation, you can file a grievance and challenge the district’s decision. If your grievance is unsuccessful, and you will likely be unsuccessful if the district has followed the proper procedures, you should file a written request to be reassigned back to a position for which you are certified once a position becomes available.

TCTA members with additional questions or who would like to discuss this issue in more detail are encouraged to contact the TCTA legal department at 888-879-8282 or submit a question via our Ask-A-Lawyer form .

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Instructions on preparing a Texas (TX) title

Your title is a legal document. Incorrectly completing your title may void it, requiring you to obtain a duplicate copy . Please read all of the instructions and tips before signing your title.

Don't void your title

Use black or blue pen, only

Don't use a highlighter or white-out

No strikethroughs, write-overs, scribbles, or tears

Do not sign in the Dealer Reassignment section , unless you're an authorized dealer

** If your title design varies from the image shown below, review your title carefully before proceeding. While the signature and printed name fields may be in a different location, you will still need to print and sign your name in the appropriate areas.**

The person(s) named on the front of the title must follow these steps:

Sign the front of the title where it reads "SIGNATURE OF OWNER OR AGENT MUST BE IN INK."

Sign the back of the title where it reads "Signature of Seller/Agent."

Print name(s) on the back of the title where it reads "Printed Name (same as signature)."

If there's a lien listed on the title, it must be released on the title, or accompanied by a separate lien release letter. ​

Signature Tips

The name(s) used to sign the title must exactly match the name(s) shown on the title. If you have changed your name since the title was issued, do not sign with your new name. Go ahead and sign with the name shown on the title. 

If there are two owners on the title, BOTH owners must sign. Don't worry about the Buyer line, you should leave that blank.

Texas AG asks for stay in latest attempt to block Title IX changes

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) is moving forward to block new federal rules for schools under Title IX.

Under changes put forth by President Joe Biden last month, the decades-old rule now expands the definition of someone's sex to include the gender they identify with.

Title IX is a civil rights law enacted in 1972 that prohibits sex-based discrimination in schools or education programs that receive federal funding. Among  the Title IX changes announced in April  are new rules to clarify that Title IX also forbids discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity. LGBTQ+ students who face discrimination will be entitled to a response from their school under Title IX, and those failed by their schools can seek recourse from the federal government.

Texas' Republican attorney general is asking the court to immediately stop the rules from taking effect while his lawsuit against the Biden Administration plays out in court.

Paxton, along with several other attorneys general in Republican-led states, sued the Department of Education in April arguing the changes to Title IX removed protections for women attending schools including allowing men in women's restrooms and locker rooms, allowing men to play on women's sports teams and would require schools to punish those who refer to people by biological pronouns.

Despite the attorney general's claim, Biden's policy did not mention transgender athletes . The administration originally planned to include a new policy forbidding schools from enacting outright bans on transgender athletes, but that provision was put on hold.

Paxton's amended complaint, "highlights the history of Title IX, demonstrating that the law’s 'prohibition on sex-based discrimination was understood to mean biological sex, not gender identity.'"

Republican Gov. Greg Abbott has also opposed the changes to Title IX and sent letters to the Texas Education Agency and the state's public universities telling administrators to ignore the president's changes.

The Branstine Effect: Bringing a National Championship to Aggieland

STILLWATER, Oklahoma (KBTX) - The Texas A&M women’s tennis team finally broke through and won a national championship, thanks in no small part to senior Carson Branstine.

”Everything played out just like a storybook,” Texas A&M head coach Mark Weaver explained. “She’s a huge reason why we won the national championship,” Weaver added.

In early April, Branstine was competing on the pro circuit, but with eligibility left, the senior rejoined the team in time for postseason play.

“I came back to College Station just to visit the girls cause I missed them so much and immediately when I landed I was like what am I doing? I need to come back to my team,” Branstine said. “I told Coach Weaver I want to come back and let’s win a championship. We finally did it and it feels amazing,” Branstine added.

“We already had such a great lineup of girls before she came, but then she came and it kind of just gave us that extra boost,” A&M women’s tennis junior Mary Stoiana said. “She’s such a great player and brought a lot of great energy to the team and great fire power. I can definitely see how the addition of her helped us get over the finish line,” Stoiana added.

“We probably would have had a shot to win it all last year,” Weaver said. “I know that hurt Carson. She took that hard,” Weaver added.

Over the past couple of years, Branstine competed as the Aggies’ number one and eventually number two player, but her career has been riddled with injuries.

“For her to go through the surgery, she used that to make her stronger,” explained Weaver. “She’s playing the best tennis of her career. Once she decided she wanted to come back and do this, she wanted more, she wanted to rewrite the story,” Weaver added.

“Last year my season was cut short,” recalled Branstine. “I wasn’t able to finish because of hip surgery. I felt like my job wasn’t finished here. I knew we had the talent. I said, you know what? I’m going back. I’ve got to finish the job. And we did it,” Branstine added.

Branstine will finish her time in Aggieland knowing she completed the comeback.

“I want to celebrate this one with my teammates, with my family, with everyone in Aggieland, so I’m going to embrace this moment as long as I can,” Branstine exclaimed. “You’ll see my back on the professional tennis tour,” Branstine added.

Branstine and Lucciana Perez clinched the doubles point over Georgia in the national title match. She led in her singles match, 6-2, 5-7, 5-0 when the Aggies won.

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2024 ncaa di men's tennis championship: brackets, schedule, results.

TCU defeated Texas, 4-3, to win the 2024 NCAA Division I men's tennis team championship. The team title win is TCU's first since the championship's beginning in 1946. 

The individual championship competitors (singles and doubles) were announced on April 30.  The singles competition, which began May 20, and doubles competition, which began May 21 in Stillwater, are underway. Quarterfinals for both take place today as competition continues through Saturday, May 25, when the single and doubles national champions will be crowned.

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2024 DI men's tennis championship brackets

Interactive team bracket | Printable team bracket  |   Singles bracket   | Doubles bracket

2024 DI men's tennis championships schedule

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Singles/doubles championship schedule 

Watch live  |   Click here to view the singles bracket   |  Click here to view the doubles bracket

• May 20: Singles round of 64
• May 21: Singles round of 32; Doubles round of 32
• May 22: Singles round of 16; Doubles round of 16 | Watch live on ESPN+
• May 23: Singles quarterfinals; Doubles quarterfinals | Watch live on ESPN+
• May 24: Singles semifinals; Doubles semifinals | Watch live on ESPN+
• May 25: Singles national championship; Doubles national championship | Watch live on ESPN+

April 29 — Rewatch the selection show 

April 30 — Individuals (singles and doubles) selection released

Team Championship — Friday, May 3-Sunday, May 19

• Memphis 4 , North Carolina 3
• Oklahoma State 4 , Vanderbilt 1
• Michigan 4 , Binghamton 0 
• Michigan State 4 , Denver 0
• Middle Tennessee 4 , Georgia Tech 1
• San Diego 4, Baylor 1
• Stanford 4 , SMU 0
• Auburn 4, Pepperdine 3
• UCLA 4 , LSU 3
• (1) Ohio State 4, Cleveland State 0
• (8) Columbia 4 , Quinnipiac 0
• Alabama 4, Charlotte 1
• Illinois 4, Toledo 1
• VCU 4, Princeton 2
• South Carolina 4 , Old Dominion 1
• UCF 4, Florida 3
• (12) Harvard 4, Boston U. 0
• (16) Mississippi State 4, Alabama State 0
• Arizona State 4, Georgia 3
• (2) Texas 4, Sacramento State 0
• (7) Tennessee 4, ETSU 0
• (11) Oklahoma 4, UT Arlington 0
• (9) Arizona 4, Boise State 0
• Cornell 4, Arkansas 0
• (3) Virginia 4, NJIT 0
• (5) Kentucky 4, DePaul 0
• (10) Florida State 4, North Florida 1
• (13) Duke 4, UNC Asheville 0
• (14) NC State 4, UNC Wilmington 0
• (6) Wake Forest 4,  South Carolina State 0
• (4) TCU 4,  UC Irvine  0
• (15) Texas A&M 4,  Rice 0 
• (8) Columbia 4,  Michigan 2
• (10) Florida St. 4, UCF 1
• (16) Mississippi St. 4, Middle Tennessee St. 0 
• (12) Harvard 4, Michigan St. 0
• Stanford 4,  (11) Oklahoma 2 
• (9) Arizona 4, Auburn 0
• (4) TCU 4, Cornell 0
• (1) Ohio State 4, Oklahoma State 1
• (5) Kentucky 4, Illinois 3
• (13) Duke 4, Alabama 0
• (3) Virginia 4, VCU 0
• (7) Tennessee 4, Memphis 0
• South Carolina 4, (14) NC State 3
• (6) Wake Forest 4, Arizona St. 3
• (15) Texas A&M 4, San Diego 2
• (2) Texas 4, UCLA 0 
• (3) Virginia 4, South Carolina 1
• (6) Wake Forest 4, Stanford 1
• (2) Texas 4,  (15) Texas A&M 0
• (1) Ohio State 4,  (16) Mississippi State 1
• (7) Tennessee 4, (10) Florida State 3
• (8) Columbia 4,  (9) Arizona 3
• (5) Kentucky 4, (12) Harvard 2
• (4) TCU 4,  (13) Duke 0
• (1) Ohio State 4, (8) Columbia   2
• (4) TCU 5,  (5) Kentucky 0
• (6) Wake Forest 4, (3) Virginia 1
• (4) TCU 4 , (1) Ohio State 2
• (2) Texas 4, (6) Wake Forest 2
• (4) TCU 4, (2) Texas 3

DI men's tennis championship history

Virginia won back-to-back team titles in 2022 and 2023 and has six total in program history, ranking third all-time. Southern California leads in program titles with 21; their last title victory came in 2012. See the full championship history below:

2024 NCAA DIII men's tennis championship: Selections, bracket, schedule

2024 NCAA DII men's tennis championship: Scores, bracket, schedule

2024 NCAA Division III men's tennis championships selections (Individuals)