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Turban cowboy wrote:

TexHorns wrote:I too have received a call from a DPS manager who assured me that they have approved my application and is waiting to be mailed 7-10 days from last Wednesday. I took your advice and emailed the governor and received the call from the DPS. Blown away that they actually called me! I now have her direct line in case I need another update. She was VERY polite, apologetic, and understood my frustrations. I told her to post stuff on the website or set real expectations and we wouldn't be this concerned. She agreed that would minimize their call and email volume. Sounded like I was preaching to the chior.

Still waiting, but hopefully have it by the end of the week!

Email confirmation 12/29.

Website changed just now!

Hey TexHorns, do you mind posting the contact emails for the Gov. And if you don't mind, what exactly did you write? Thank you in advance[/quote]

I Googled for the governor's website and emailed directly through the website. I just let them know how long I waited, reminded them that they owe me at least an update according to the statute, and that I would appreciate if it was expedited. They had my contact info from the governor's website so I'm guessing that's why they called me.

App - 12/9 (confirmation same day)
Prints - 12/15
Class - 12/27
Supporting Docs Uploaded - 12/29
Confirmation - 12/29

Emailed - 3/2 - no response. Ever.
Called DPS - 3/10. Was told to wait 2 weeks
Emailed Gov Abbott - 3/16. no direct response.
Called DPS - 3/16. Was told it was approved 3/15 and to wait 10 days.
Received call from DPS - 3/17. DPS Manager. Very apologetic and polite. Said it would be 7 days as it was approved and sent for printing.
Website changed - somewhere between 3/18 and 3/21.

PLASTIC IN HAND 3/21!!!!!!!!!!

Much to my surprise, nobody lied or gave me the run around.

2 other friends of mine on same timeline (less all of the aggrevation I might add) got theirs today as well. Moral of the story; be patient, don't call, don't email, just entertain yourself on this website until it comes in. If you can help it.

SweatMachine - you are a soldier. A well mannered gentleman who has survived a very long time. I applaud you. I'm sure you are hourss away...

God bless. Stay safe. Hook 'em.

I too have received a call from a DPS manager who assured me that they have approved my application and is waiting to be mailed 7-10 days from last Wednesday. I took your advice and emailed the governor and received the call from the DPS. Blown away that they actually called me! I now have her direct line in case I need another update. She was VERY polite, apologetic, and understood my frustrations. I told her to post stuff on the website or set real expectations and we wouldn't be this concerned. She agreed that would minimize their call and email volume. Sounded like I was preaching to the chior.

Still waiting, but hopefully have it by the end of the week!

Email confirmation 12/29.[/quote]

Website changed just now!

After emailing/speaking with my state rep's office and emailing Gov Abbott, I got a call back from a manager at DPS on Wednesday (3/16). He told me they were pulling my app from the pile and would process it immediately, and would try to have plastic in my hand "within about a week, hopefully."

So, maybe next week? I'm not holding my breath. [/quote]

I too have received a call from a DPS manager who assured me that they have approved my application and is waiting to be mailed 7-10 days from last Wednesday. I took your advice and emailed the governor and received the call from the DPS. Blown away that they actually called me! I now have her direct line in case I need another update. She was VERY polite, apologetic, and understood my frustrations. I told her to post stuff on the website or set real expectations and we wouldn't be this concerned. She agreed that would minimize their call and email volume. Sounded like I was preaching to the chior.

Still waiting, but hopefully have it by the end of the week!

Email confirmation 12/29.

TexHorns wrote:

GibsonLesPaul wrote:

TexHorns wrote:

TexHorns wrote:App - 12/9 (confirmation same day)
Prints - 12/15
Class - 12/27
Supporting Docs Uploaded - 12/29
Confirmation - 12/29

Emailed - 3/2 - no response as of 3/10
Called - 3/10

Couldn't get through but after 15 tries was lucky enough to finally get to wait on hold for 30 minutes. Lady said they had everything. Couldn't tell me when to expect anything. Said "she would like to tell me 2 weeks" but couldn't tell me anything. So there's that. But she did say "everything looks good" so there is the silver lining!

Been watching yall post. Thought I should share as well. I have 3 other friends on the same timeline and we are all in the same boat.

Continue waiting...

Hook em!

Still waiting. No website change, no plastic. I'm extremely frustrated. Record is clean.

Was she saying 2 weeks till plastic, or just approval?

She just said 2 weeks. She didn't want to tell me anything else.

SweatMachine- I've taken your advice and emailed everyone and their mom. I'll update once/if I hear back. Day 77 today for me...

Also called this afternoon. After about 45 tries and waiting on hold for 30 minutes, I got through and they said my app is approved and printed as of 3/15. I should receive license in next 10-12days. She confirmed the website won't update until roughly when I should receive in the mail.

I reminder her that I was on day 77 and that's why I'm concerned. She laughed and said she understood and said a lot of people are in the same boat.

More waiting, but best news I've heard this entire time! I'll continue to update as I hear more.

GibsonLesPaul wrote:

TexHorns wrote:

TexHorns wrote:App - 12/9 (confirmation same day)
Prints - 12/15
Class - 12/27
Supporting Docs Uploaded - 12/29
Confirmation - 12/29

Emailed - 3/2 - no response as of 3/10
Called - 3/10

Couldn't get through but after 15 tries was lucky enough to finally get to wait on hold for 30 minutes. Lady said they had everything. Couldn't tell me when to expect anything. Said "she would like to tell me 2 weeks" but couldn't tell me anything. So there's that. But she did say "everything looks good" so there is the silver lining!

Been watching yall post. Thought I should share as well. I have 3 other friends on the same timeline and we are all in the same boat.

Continue waiting...

Hook em!

Still waiting. No website change, no plastic. I'm extremely frustrated. Record is clean.

Was she saying 2 weeks till plastic, or just approval?

She just said 2 weeks. She didn't want to tell me anything else.

SweatMachine- I've taken your advice and emailed everyone and their mom. I'll update once/if I hear back. Day 77 today for me...

TexHorns wrote:App - 12/9 (confirmation same day)
Prints - 12/15
Class - 12/27
Supporting Docs Uploaded - 12/29
Confirmation - 12/29

Emailed - 3/2 - no response as of 3/10
Called - 3/10

Couldn't get through but after 15 tries was lucky enough to finally get to wait on hold for 30 minutes. Lady said they had everything. Couldn't tell me when to expect anything. Said "she would like to tell me 2 weeks" but couldn't tell me anything. So there's that. But she did say "everything looks good" so there is the silver lining!

Been watching yall post. Thought I should share as well. I have 3 other friends on the same timeline and we are all in the same boat.

Continue waiting...

Hook em!

Still waiting. No website change, no plastic. I'm extremely frustrated. Record is clean.

I did mine online as well thinking it would be faster

App - 12/9 (confirmation same day)
Prints - 12/15
Class - 12/27
Supporting Docs Uploaded - 12/29
Confirmation - 12/29

Emailed - 3/2 - no response as of 3/10
Called - 3/10

Couldn't get through but after 15 tries was lucky enough to finally get to wait on hold for 30 minutes. Lady said they had everything. Couldn't tell me when to expect anything. Said "she would like to tell me 2 weeks" but couldn't tell me anything. So there's that. But she did say "everything looks good" so there is the silver lining!

Been watching yall post. Thought I should share as well. I have 3 other friends on the same timeline and we are all in the same boat.

Continue waiting...

Hook em!