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The Department of Homeland Security is currently reviewing whether to extend a grace period given to some states to comply with the REAL ID Act. The Act requires that state-issued forms of identification, such as driver’s licenses, comply with criteria in the REAL ID Act.
Key points:
Background: The REAL ID Act, which was passed by Congress and signed by President George W. Bush in 2005, requires states to issue driver’s licenses that contain a machine-readable data chip or magnetic strip. To date, 27 states are compliant under the Act.
BAL Analysis: Affected travelers should check the DHS REAL ID Act webpage for information before Jan. 22 to determine if they will need to use other accepted IDs for air travel.
This alert has been provided by the BAL U.S. Practice group. For additional information, please contact berryapplemanleiden@bal.com.
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