Fort
Hood’s modern, bustling Visitors Center adjacent to the Main Gate, just of U.S. Hwy. 190 on Killeen’s west end, honors the memory of James Marvin Leath and the lasting impact his public service had on Soldiers, Fort Hood and our Nation.
Bldg. 69012
HOURS OF OPERATION
24 hours a day
7 days a week
For more information, call the Marvin Leath Visitor’s Center at: 254-287-9909
On post vehicle registration…
It is mandatory that all Fort Hood personnel register their privately owned vehicles (POVs) and obtain a DoD Vehicle Registration Decal. This includes civilians, active military, retired personnel and contractors. To obtain a DoD decal for persons in-processing you must first know your assigned unit.
Once you have obtained unit information you can then register your vehicle at the Marvin Leath Visitor’s Center. Persons must have a valid driver's license, current vehicle registration, proof of insurance and an identification card or proof of military affiliation.
If you are requesting to operate a vehicle on Fort Hood is that registered in another person's name (other than spouse) you may obtain a 6 month temporary pass for the vehicle. You must present a notarized statement or power of attorney, stating that you are authorized use of the vehicle. It must contain the period of authorized usage and a description of the vehicle including the VIN number, make, model and license plate Number/State and vehicle color.
Military, family members, DA civilians and retirees may walk in with the pre-printed DA Form 3626 in order to expedite vehicle renewal/registration. This service will provide DOD decals or new vehicle registration.
Note: New Registration Request require PII and must be sent MUST BE faxed or drop-off in person and can only be emailed if sent via a encrypted .mil email account. Decals may be picked up at the VWC within 48 hours of drop off. Renewals maybe submitted via email by providing the registrants full name and DOD decal number and license plate information.
Renewal request may be sent to: usarmy.hood.usag.mbx.pmo-vehreg@mail.mil
Requirements for DOD Decal:
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Military members present your ID or CAC card
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Contractors without ID or CAC need a letter of employment or contractor badge
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Current driver’s license
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Motorcyclist must have an endorsement on their license and Advanced Rider Motorcycle Safety card
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Any card issued outside Fort Hood has a 5-year expiration
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Current vehicle registration
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Proof of current insurance
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All insurance cards must have effective & expiration dates
Requirements for One-Time Entry Pass:
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Active, Guard & Reserve service members, Dept. of the Army & DoD civilian employees, retirees and family members must have a valid ID card
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Valid driver’s license
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Current vehicle registration
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Proof of current insurance
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License plate number
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Current vehicle registration
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Destination as name of facility, building number, street address, or unit name
Note: If there are any additional drivers to listed on the temporary pass, they must provide their Social Security account number, driver’s license number and state of license origin
Requirements for Rental Vehicles:
(You may drive a rental vehicle directly to an entry control point without a pass from the Visitors Center)
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Active, Guard & Reserve service members, Dept. of the Army & DoD civilian employees, retirees and family members must have a valid ID card
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Valid driver’s license
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Vehicle rental agreement
ABOUT THE HONORABLE MARVIN LEATH
J.M. Leath (May 6, 1931 – Dec. 8, 2000) was a U.S. Representative from Texas. Born in Henderson, Texas, Leath attended the Rusk County public schools. He graduated from Henderson High School in 1949 and attended Kilgore Junior College, earning his bachelor of arts degree from the University of Texas, Austin in 1954.
Leath served in the Army from 1954 to 1956. He then coached football and track at Henderson High School from 1957 to 1959. He worked as a business salesman in 1959 and transitioned to the banking business in 1962. Leath subsequently became an officer and director at five Texas banks and two manufacturing companies.
From 1972 to 1974, Leath served as special assistant to U.S. Representative W.R. Poage.
Leath was elected as a Democrat to the 96th from the Texas 11th Congressional District and to the five succeeding Congresses (1979-1991). He was not a candidate for re-nomination in 1990. While in Congress he served on the House Budget and Armed Services Committees.
Leath died on Dec. 8, 2000 in Arlington, Va.