The Real ID Act:

The REAL ID Act of 2005 focused on creating uniform issuance and authentication procedures for driver licenses.  The Act also impacted birth certificates by requiring States to verify source documents (like birth certificates) in the driver license issuance process. NAPHSIS has issued observations to its members in relation to State compliance. The compliance deadline is May 11, 2011.

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