Real ID Act passed in US
SenateIf you live in the USA, then you should be
aware that you may be needing a new ID card in a few years. The Real ID
Act was passed by the US Senate on Tuesday. This act has privacy advocates
here in the states screaming for a recall vote.
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Quote from the website - The so-called Real ID Act now heads to
President Bush, who is expected to sign the bill into law this month. Its
backers, including the Bush administration, say it's needed to stop
illegal immigrants from obtaining drivers'
licenses. Starting three years from now, if you live or work
in the United States, you'll need a federally approved ID card to travel
on an airplane, open a bank account, collect Social Security payments, or
take advantage of nearly any government service. Practically speaking,
your driver's license likely will have to be reissued to meet federal
standards.