Federal REAL ID showdown risks airport freedom in spring
The Bush administration presses toward a clash with states over REAL ID rules for licenses to board planes. By May, states not seeking waivers could force residents to use passports or border cards, prompting wide concern from privacy advocates who call the deadline a bluff. 17 states have voiced objections citing cost and civil liberties worries as the program phases in through 2017.
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Officials outline broader Real ID plans after nationwide Social Security and immigration checks. DMV offices would verify birth certificates, cross state license records, and confirm passport holders with the State Department. A front loaded photo and three layers of security will appear on cards, without microchips, with states choosing among security options.
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