🛂REAL ID Compliance
Minimum Standards for Driver's Licenses and Identification Cards Acceptable by Federal Agencies for Official Purposes; Phased Approach for Card-Based Enforcement
Summary
This rule ensures that Federal agencies have appropriate flexibility to implement the card-based enforcement provisions of the REAL ID regulations after the May 7, 2025, enforcement deadline by explicitly permitting agencies to implement these provisions in phases. Under this rule, agencies may implement the card-based enforcement provisions through a phased enforcement plan if they determine it is appropriate upon consideration of relevant factors including security, operational feasibility, and public impact. The rule also requires agencies to coordinate their plans with DHS, make the plans publicly available, and achieve full enforcement by May 5, 2027.
Agencies
- Homeland Security Department
- Transportation Security Administration
Business Impact
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The rule outlines compliance requirements related to REAL ID issuance affecting businesses interacting with federal agencies. Executives need to prepare for possible operational disruptions due to individuals presenting noncompliant DL/IDs, as federal agencies may not accept these for official purposes from May 7, 2025. Phased enforcement plans offer flexibility for businesses to adapt to potential impacts on services.