Real ID feared to strain states as national license law looms
A nationwide Real ID Act faces questions from state motor vehicle officials about meeting deadlines and funding. Officials warn logistical and financial strains could force drastic reorganizations and record sharing changes by 2008.
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Betty Serian
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
Nebraska
American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators
Illinois
States push to limit license loopholes Real ID changes face hurdles
States race to unify licensing standards under the Real ID Act, linking state records to a national database. Critics warn the measure creates a de facto national ID and threatens privacy while civil libertarians and governors groups urge amendments.
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National Governors Association
Jeff Lungren
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Real ID Act faces costly hurdles for state licenses
States confront tech and funding strains to meet the May 2008 Real ID deadline. Estimates show costs from tens of millions per state, with Pennsylvania up to 85 million and Washington at least 46 million annually. DHS guidance awaited to resolve grandfathering and database integration issues.
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Virginia
Barry Steinhardt
Technology and Liberty Project
American Civil Liberties Union
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Iowa
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Rhode Island
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Automakers eye cleaner diesel to boost U S sales
European buyers favor diesel for efficiency and power while U S consumers worry about emissions. DaimlerChrysler promotes BLUETEC to clean diesel, debuting on the 2007 Mercedes E320. Ford shows a hybrid diesel Reflex, Honda and Nissan gauge demand, and regulators and environmental groups scrutinize impact.
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Dieter Zetsche
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New York
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Ford Motor Co
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