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Real ID for air travel in the U.S. takes effect next month. What you need to know
Starting May 7, only state-issued driver’s licenses and state-issued ID cards that comply with the REAL ID requirements will be accepted at TSA checkpoints and for official federal government purposes ...
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REAL ID is not a national ID: What it really means for you
The REAL ID Act sets security standards for state-issued IDs, not creating a national ID or federal database. Learn what this ...
The case for REAL ID: Why Congress passed this requirement in 2005
Lawmakers passed the REAL ID law in 2005 after 9/11 hijackers used fake driver's licenses to board flights but delayed its ...
Without REAL ID by May 7, Black Travelers Could Miss Flights or Face Delays
With REAL ID enforcement set to kick in on May 7, some grassroots organizers worry that the requirement to obtain an upgraded ...
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Deadline looms: What to expect if you still don't have a REAL ID
With the May 7, 2025 deadline nearing, it’s crucial to understand how not having a REAL ID could impact your travel and ...
Can voters use Real ID to satisfy SAVE Act voting rules, as Byron Daniels said?
Statement: Under the SAVE Act, “as long as you have a Real ID … it should be easy for you to register to vote.” ...
Can you get a REAL ID online in California? What to know as May 7 deadline approaches
The prospect of getting a REAL ID online depends on what state you are in. Here's what Californians should know as the May 7 ...
Still need a California Real ID? Why the DMV is telling some people not to apply
“If you already have a current U.S. passport or don’t need to fly within the U.S. in the next few months, you can wait to get ...
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Maine legislators ask federal government for phased-in implementation of Real ID Act
The Secretary of State and Maine legislators have sent a letter to the Transportation Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security requesting a phased-in approach to the ...