TSA offers REAL ID reminders as deadline approaches

CHICAGO (WGN) — Travelers at Chicago’s O’Hare and Midway international airports will see additional signage and information about REAL ID as the May 7 deadline approaches.

The REAL ID is part of the REAL ID Act, which was passed by Congress in 2005 after recommendations from the 9/11 Commission. It is meant to create minimum security standards for driver’s licenses and ID cards.

Once the May 7 deadline hits, most travelers will need a REAL ID to fly domestically and enter certain federal facilities. Residents of Washington, Michigan, Minnesota, New York or Vermont will be able to use their enhanced driver’s license instead

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