All MREs are required to issue a cash transaction card to any seller of regulated material being paid by cash or debit card. Cash transaction cards are non-transferable. MREs are required to keep copies of each application and copy of each cash transaction card for two years.
The Application for Cash Transaction Card is available on the DPS website. In lieu of the DPS provided form, an MRE may utilize an alternate form after approval is granted by the Department. Visit forms for complete instructions on how to submit an alternate form for review by the department.
The cash transaction card must follow the guidelines listed in Texas Occupations Code §1956.0382(d) and Texas Administrative Code §36.37. When the seller is applying for a cash transaction card and selling regulated material, sellers must not receive payment by cash or debit. Payments can be issued by check, money order, or direct deposit.
Local jurisdictions that license MREs may have additional requirements. These requirements are permitted as long as they do not conflict with state law. MREs located in such jurisdictions should contact the permitting authority directly with questions about local regulations.
Cash Transaction Card Renewal
Upon or prior to expiration of a cash transaction card, MREs will need to complete a new Application for Cash Transaction Card form (RSD-804) or update the current application on file. Application on file may only be updated if there are no changes to the application such as address, identification type, etc.
Update application on file (No changes to applicant information):
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Reprint or reproduce a copy of the current Application for a Cash Transaction Card (RSD-804) on file. This may be done electronically.
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Check the box labeled “Renewal Application.”
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Strikethrough the old date, initial, indicate the new expiration date in the box labeled “Expiration Date.” The new expiration cannot be more than two years from the new application date.
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Applicant and MRE Representative sign and date new application.
Update application on file (changes to applicant information):
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Reprint or reproduce a copy of the current Application for a Cash Transaction Card (RSD-804) on file. This may be done electronically.
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Check the box labeled “Renewal Application.”
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Strikethrough the old date, initial, then indicate the new expiration date in the box labeled “Expiration Date.” The new expiration cannot be more than two years from the new application date.
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Update applicant information as applicable.
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Applicant and MRE Representative sign and date new application.
Cash Transaction Card Issuance:
Upon completion of the cash transaction card application
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New applications – Original cash transaction card must be mailed to the applicant.
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Renewal applications – Cash transaction card may be given to the seller in person.
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If no changes are made to the application on file, a new card need not be printed. In lieu of completion of a new cash transaction card, MREs can print on an adhesive material a new expiration date and adhere it to the current cash transaction card. When doing so, the new expiration date must be clearly legible, with the old expiration date not visible.
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For cash transaction card renewals with changes to the applicant information, a new cash transaction card must be created.
Use of Alternate Forms: RSD-805 and RSD-804
There are two ways to submit alternate forms of Metals Recycling Transaction Statement of Ownership (RSD-805) and Application for Cash Transaction Card (RSD-804):
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Email
Go to Contact Us, Texas Metals Program, and complete the online form.
In the question/comment field, type “RSD-805/RSD-804”.
Upload your attachment and then click “Submit.” -
Mail
Regulatory Services Division MSC O245
Texas Department of Public Safety
P.O. Box 15888
Austin, Texas 78761-5888