| Updates to help our members
In these uncertain times, we want to make sure we are serving you in the best way possible. We are beginning these bi-weekly e blasts to round up all the most recent information we feel our members need to know about. Whether that’s PERS information, updates about the pandemic, or information from MRPEA, we want you to stay informed.
Thank you for letting us serve you!
Emily Pote
MRPEA Executive Director
Driver’s License Stations now open
Beginning Monday, June 8, 2020, the Mississippi Department of Public Safety will provide limited services at all permanent driver license stations in adherence to recommended social distancing guidelines. Customers are strongly encouraged to wear masks inside the driver license stations.
The following services will be available at permanent driver license stations:
- CDL Transactions
- Out of State Transfers
- New Credentials
- New Identification Card Credentials
- Security Guard Permits (Wed Only)
- Sex Offender Registration
- Students (Permit Tests)
- Reinstatements
- Non-U.S. Citizens
- Ignition-Interlock Restricted
Licenses Renewal and duplicate driver licenses, ID cards, and address changes will NOT be available at driver license stations until further notice. These services are available online from any computer, tablet, or mobile phone at www.dps.ms.gov and the Driver Service Bureau link.
Customers will be required to visit stations on days of the week according to the first letter of their last name, except for “Walk-In Wednesdays.” The daily schedule is as follows:
- Monday A-E
- Tuesday F-L
- Walk-In Wednesday
- Thursday M-S
- Friday T-Z
Due to COVID-19 all road tests for non-commercial drivers will be waived until further notice. However, for drivers under the age of 18, an affidavit completed by parent or guardian certifying 50 hours of supervised driving time will be required. The affidavit will be available on the DPS website.
For a complete listing of all permanent driver license stations along with additional information concerning reopening, please visit https://www.dps.ms.gov/reopening_information
Mississippi COVID-19 Update
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Reported Wednesday, June 17
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- New cases of COVID-19: 489
Positive test results reported to MSDH as of 6 p.m. yesterday. Tests may have been made during the past several days, and represent individuals who became ill a week ago or more. |
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COVID-19 related deaths reported to MSDH from hospitals, medical examiners and coroners. |
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Long-Term Care Facilities
New cases, included in the total case count for today, among residents of long-term care or residential facilities.
An outbreak is considered any COVID-19 case in the staff or residents of a long-term care or residential facility. |
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Hospitalizations
Individuals currently in Mississippi hospitals for COVID-19: 466
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State Totals
Totals of all Mississippi cases and deaths since March 11, 2020.
- Total COVID-19 cases: 20,641
- Total COVID-19 related deaths: 938
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What You Can Do
- Social distancing is still critical to stop the spread of COVID-19. Keep plenty of distance between yourself and others.
- Wearing a mask or face covering can sharply reduce the risk of passing COVID-19 on to others.
- Most people spreading COVID-19 do not know they are infected.
- Remind others that precautions remain essential, and set an example by your actions.
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Let’s Get Everyone Counted
No matter where you’re from or who you live with – you count in the 2020 Census.
 Counting a diverse and growing population in the United States, including the five U.S. territories, is a massive undertaking. You can help by telling everyone you know about the importance of responding to the census and how they benefit from a complete and accurate count.
Shape the Future for the Next Generation
The 2020 Census will help us invest in our children’s future.
 The results of the 2020 Census will inform decisions about the allocation of hundreds of billions of dollars each year to communities across the country. This includes funding and support for school services such as special education programs, free and reduced-price lunch, classroom technology, teacher training, after-school programs, and Head Start. Spread the word about the impact the 2020 Census has on our children and encourage everyone to respond.
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