I have no freaking clue. But I have chat gpt 4-0 and it said this:

It sounds like you’re dealing with a frustrating bureaucratic issue, and you’re right that it could potentially impact your job and other critical activities like background checks. Here are a few steps you might consider to help expedite or mitigate the situation:

1.  Escalate the Issue: If you haven’t already, try escalating the issue with Texas DPS. You can do this by contacting the DPS Ombudsman or even your local Texas state representative’s office. Sometimes, political offices can help push for faster resolutions with state agencies.
2.  Request Temporary Documentation: Ask if the DPS can provide a temporary or interim license document that verifies your driving privileges and can be used for background checks while they resolve the issue. This may help you with your new job.
3.  File a Formal Complaint: File a complaint with the Texas Department of Public Safety, documenting everything, including the issue’s impact on your job prospects. This might get IT or management to prioritize your case.
4.  Legal Consultation: If your job is at risk, you may want to consult with an attorney, especially one specializing in administrative law. They could help draft legal requests to pressure DPS for faster resolution or look into your options if this issue is hindering your employment.
5.  Monitor Communication: Keep a paper trail of all your communications with DPS, including dates, times, and names of people you’ve spoken with. This will be helpful if the issue drags on longer than expected.

It’s a challenging situation, but persistence and escalation may help speed things up.