State faces Real ID Act deadline

State leaders say the federal government plans to move forward with the Real ID Act in January.

 That means people won't be able to use a driver's license as an ID at airports across the country. Officials say that is because New Mexico issues licenses to illegal immigrants. 
According to state officials, if the act goes into effect, residents will have to use a passport or military ID at airports and federal facilities. 
Sen. Tom Udall says many states, including New Mexico, will not be in full compliance with the REAL ID act by the Jan. 15 deadline.  He says we faced a similar situation in 2011 and the deadline was extended. He expects DHS to make similar accommodations again.


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