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Monday, November 26, 2012

States Face Problems With New Driver's Licenses

Five years ago, the U.S. government sought to make sure every state had high-security driver's licenses to thwart terrorism at airports. But the idea continues to face opposition from states still reeling from recession.

The deadline for compliance with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Real ID system has been extended a second time, until Jan. 15, and may be extended again. 

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Anonymous said...

Why do the states need to comply with this ID law, didn't just a short while ago states were told the requiring ID to vote was bad and discrimitaory! I should be able to just say my name and get on a plane or train, afterall that is all that is required to vote!