How smart card technology can turn a driver’s license into a Real ID?
OVERVIEW
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In May 2005, Congress passed the Real ID Act. It says by 2008, drivers’ licenses will
have to be a “real ID,” meeting federally approved standards. |
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Before receiving a Real ID from a state motor vehicle agency, the identity documents
presented by drivers will be more rigorously checked. This is called proofing. |
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New security technology such as smart cards will be used so that Real IDs cannot be counterfeited.
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Eventually, a Real ID will be required for everything from opening a bank account
to boarding an airplane… |
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