The REAL ID Act establishes a set of security standards for state-issued driver's licenses and identification cards, aiming to make these documents more consistent and secure. Contrary to some ...

It wouldn’t be a national ID card — not really. The Department of Transportation, acting on instructions from Congress, has begun work with states to develop electronically smarter drivers’ licenses ...

Privacy advocates express concerns about potential data sharing and tracking across states. Opponents argue REAL ID creates a de facto national identification system ...

After years of delay, the deadline for Real ID is fast approaching. Starting May 7, upgraded driver's licenses or ID cards — created post-9/11 to boost security standards — or another acceptable form ...

While many public policy leaders believe implementation of REAL ID requirements across the country will bolster national security, some more libertarian critics say the Bush-era protocol could come at ...

The Real ID requirement takes effect Wednesday, but despite all the warnings about delayed summer plans if flyers don’t comply with the new identification card, enforcement has been delayed. The Real ...