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*January 2026*



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*A Message from DC DMV Director Gabriel Robinson*

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Happy New Year, DC! I hope your 2026 is off to a productive start. Here at DC DMV, we are excited and ready for the months ahead as we prepare to introduce new initiatives, enhance our internal processes and improve the DMV customer experience for all DC residents, while remaining focused on public safety. It's going to be a great year!

With the winter season in full effect, there will be increased chances for inclement weather. Keep reading this month's newsletter for some helpful winter driving tips to stay safe while traveling on District roads.

January is also Human Trafficking Awareness Month. This month, we spotlight the critical role that Commercial Driver License [ [link removed] ] (CDL) holders play in assisting victims, and how to report a possible trafficking situation if you see something suspicious. 

As always, your feedback is important to us. Write us a letter [ [link removed] ] or join us for DMV's monthly Live Chat [ [link removed] ] on the first Thursday of each month. The next DC DMV Live Chat is scheduled for *Thursday, February 6 at 12 p.m.*  

Thank you for reading this edition of our newsletter. Stay safe, DC! 



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Human Trafficking Awareness Month: Mandatory CDL Training

 As truck drivers and other Commercial Driver License [ [link removed] ] (CDL) holders are on the road and visiting rest stops more frequently than the average person, they are critical eyes and ears for spotting unusual activity with respect to human trafficking. All individuals who apply for a CDL in DC must complete a mandatory Human Trafficking Awareness Training before being issued a new CDL or converting an out-of-state credential.

The training equips CDL drivers with practical information and tips about what to look for when traveling for work. Drivers who have successfully completed the training join the ranks of over one million CDL holders nationwide who are educated on human trafficking awareness and committed to saving countless lives through this important work.

DC DMV is proud to partner with Truckers Against Trafficking [ [link removed] ] (TAT) and the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Blue Campaign [ [link removed] ] to help bring an end to human trafficking.

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Winter Driving
Winter Driving: Beware of Icy Driving Conditions

Winter in DC is often unpredictable, and this season we have already seen snowfall. The District's Snow Team [ [link removed] ] has done a great job of clearing our roadways and sidewalks; however, icy conditions can persist. 

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2022, there were 498 fatal traffic crashes, and an estimated 32,213 injury crashes that occurred in snow/sleet conditions at the time of the crash.

When driving after snow fall, be sure to clear all accumulated snow and ice from your vehicle's hood, roof, windows and lights. Be aware of hazardous road conditions and drive carefully on bridges, ramps and other elevated structures as they tend to freeze before the roadways. 

Increase your follow distance between the vehicle in front of you to safeguard against slick roads and possible crashes, and slow down! Always avoid speeding in the District. Wear your seatbelt, stay alert, and don't forget to use your headlights when conditions create visibility issues. Drive safe, DC!

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Passenger Safety Week
National Passenger Safety Week: Speak Up to Save Lives

January 19-26 is National Passenger Safety Week [ [link removed] ] hosted by We Save Lives and the National Road Safety Foundation! This important week highlights the role of the passenger, not the driver.

National Passenger Safety Week empowers everyone riding in a vehicle to speak up and say something to the driver if you feel your safety is at risk.

If you feel unsafe in a vehicle as a passenger, use your voice and possibly save your life and the lives of others on the road. *One courageous voice can change one deadly choice!*

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DC DMV Extends Offers to 15 at DCHR's Winter Hiring Event

On Monday, December 8, 2025, the DMV team greeted job seekers at the Winter Hiring and Resource Fair hosted by DCHR at the University of the District of Columbia.

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We extended job offers to 15 outstanding individuals and look forward to working with them in the new year!

Want to stay up to date on hirings in the District? Follow DC DMV and DCHR on social media, and keep an eye on the District Government Careers page [ [link removed] ]. You never know what you could find!

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DC DMV Has a Ball at Mayor Bowser and DACL's Annual Senior Holiday Celebration

On Wednesday, December 18, members of Team DMV joined the Department of Aging and Community Living (DACL) for Mayor Muriel Bowser’s 27th Annual Senior Holiday Celebration at the Southeast Tennis and Learning Center.

Thank you to all who came to our table and said hello during the energy filled gathering! For more resources on Senior Driver safety, visit DMV's dedicated senior driving website [ [link removed] ]. 

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MLK CLOSURE
DC DMV Holiday Closures 

In recognition of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday, *all* DC DMV locations will be closed on *Saturday, January 17 and Monday, January 19.*

While our physical locations will be closed, many of DC DMV's services will remain available online [ [link removed] ] or via the agency's free mobile app [ [link removed] ]. 






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