(a) The department by rule shall require that an applicant for an original or renewal general distinguishing number who proposes to be an independent motor vehicle dealer complete web-based education and training developed or approved by the department. The education and training must include information on the laws and board rules applicable to an independent motor vehicle dealer, including the consequences of violating those laws and rules.
(b) An applicant described by Subsection (a) who satisfies the education and training required under this section is not required to complete additional education and training under this section for the subsequent renewal of the applicant's general distinguishing number.
Official text of the Texas Transportation Code as published by the Texas Legislative Council.