2026 Issue 1

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Continuous Journeys for Modernization and Safety

Today, jurisdictions treat both system modernization and employee safety as continuous processes that demand foresight, investment and cross-functional collaboration.

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Modernization Starts in AAMVA’s Pop-Up Classroom

The Pop-Up is collaborative space for forward-thinking DMV leaders to learn, share and advance their modernization journeys.

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Maryland Cleans Up Vital Records

By partnering with NAPHSIS, the MVA was able to update nearly 200,000 outdated records.

New Surveys on DMV Safety and Security

See what the industry is saying about DMV safety and security.

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Rhode Island’s Ongoing Insurance Verification Effort to Improve Safety

The verification system compares DMV registration data against insurance records submitted by carriers across the state, quickly identifying lapses in coverage.

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Crossword: March 2026

Think you know your AAMVA vocabulary? Test your knowledge with the new MOVE crossword puzzle. Challenge your coworkers to see who can finish with the fastest time.

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How To Prevent Vehicle Fraud With the Consumer Access Program

By championing the NMVTIS consumer access program, states can be proactive in deterring fraud.

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Inside AAMVA’s New Best Practices Guide on Employee Safety and Security

What to expect in the guide, along with some steps you can take now to improve employee safety and security.

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A New Era of System Modernization

With AAMVA’s guidance, jurisdictions are approaching system modernization with a focus on continuous improvement.