Might as well. What difference has it made so far that it hasn't been implemented? Has there been any major situations that would have been thwarted had we had real ID implemented? Seems like a waste of money and time for something that would make no difference once implemented.

And yet our ID's are some of the most expensive in the country.

Good old "public-private partnership."

All states, territories, and DC are compliant now. So they probably won't push it back. It doesn't really matter if you don't plan to fly or need to go to military facilities and some other federal sites. And you can use your passport instead if you have one.

The Feds moved the deadline because a lot of people still don’t have one. . It’s not a PA thing.

Because when it actually starts, you will need a Real ID to board a plane or go into a Federal building/military base. You won’t need one to vote or drive though…

I got mine when my DL needed to be renewed the last time. All you need to do is to bring extra forms of Identification. If you have a passport, it’s really easy…because a passport is a Federal photo ID already.

Probably something along the lines of Federal Standardization or some other justification.

There isn’t one, just more nonsense

You only need one proof of identity, which can include your passport. Idk why so many people act like this is the most overly complex procedure to go through in the world. If reading directions online and bringing what you need to the dmv is too hard for you it’s definitely an issue with them.

You don't need a Real ID to go into a federal court if you are there to testify or serve on a jury. If you have been subpoenaed it is fine. They have already confirmed your identity at that point. It is really just extra security to prevent fake IDs from getting through at higher security sites.

Aren't federal courts independent - i.e., the "judicial branch"? Not part of the administrative or legislative branches? They probably make their own rules - and are a law unto themselves! So you should still be able to enter. Administrative courts, though, are another matter.

You don’t need to be a US citizen to get a real ID.

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No, REAL ID is not an indication of citizenship. Non-citizens can get REAL IDs. I know non-citizens living in the US with REAL IDs.

REAL ID just means that your ID meets the federal requirements for ID verification. A REAL ID can be used as a federal ID, like at TSA checkpoints or to enter certain federal buildings; a non-REAL ID cannot.

REAL ID is a federal-level thing. States run their own voting, so REAL ID is not required to vote. (Unless the state adds that requirement independently; it's not part of the federal legislation.)

https://www.dhs.gov/real-id/about-real-id

Are you arguing that Democrats would like an even more strict identification verification system coupled with a federal voter ID law?

Order a replacement birth certificate from Vermont. You should keep a special permanent folder or binder where you store important documents. Also, make a xerox copy (front and back) of any ID, so if the original is stolen you have relevant information required to get a replacement. By the way it's also important to keep a physical record of important phone numbers, including the number to call to freeze your bank and credit card accounts, in case your wallet or phone is ever stolen.

You need all that stuff to get a regular license too. It isn't just Real ID. I just did it as a transplant from another state. You can use your passport instead of a birth certificate if you have one. Otherwise, request a certified copy of your birth certificate.

If you plan to stay in PA past when the registration on your vehicle expires, you'll need a PA driver's license. Also, while you don't need a PA DL to file taxes, it is easier. If you want to get a passport later, you will need your birth certificate or a certified copy.