Real ID

 Real ID
ChatGPT Plus 05/1/2025

​The REAL ID Act, established in 2005, sets higher security standards for state-issued driver's licenses and identification cards. 

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Beginning May 7, 2025, a REAL ID-compliant card will be required for:​

Boarding federally regulated commercial aircraft
Accessing federal government facilities and military installations
Entering nuclear power plants

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A REAL ID-compliant card is marked with a star in the upper right corner. If your current ID lacks this star, you'll need to upgrade to a REAL ID-compliant one to continue using it for these purposes after the deadline.
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