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New requirement for air travel in the U.S. takes effect next month. What you need to know

  • The REAL ID Act enforcement begins on May 7, impacting federal access and travel.
  • Congress created the REAL ID Act in 2005 responding to the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
  • This act mandates security standards for state-issued IDs, affecting federal agencies' acceptance.
  • Agencies like TSA will require compliant IDs; international travelers still need passports.
  • Delays occurred since 2008 due to logistics and the COVID-19 pandemic's disruption.
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New requirement for air travel in the U.S. takes effect next month. What you need to know

By Maria Salette Ontiveros, The Dallas Morning News If you have travel plans that involve flying, make sure your ID is the real deal. After years of delay, the Real ID Act will be enforced. 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. Here is everything you need to know about the requirement…

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Boston Herald broke the news in Boston, United States on Thursday, April 17, 2025.
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