More than 1 million Arkansans have REAL IDs
DFA officials said the total number of Arkansans with a REAL ID surpassed the one-million mark within the last few days, adding that the number increased in the weeks leading up to and following the national implementation date on May 7.
Can you still receive a REAL ID after the May 7 deadline in Arkansas?
State officials said more than 331,600 REAL IDs have been issued since the beginning of the year.
'Appointments are available for those in need of a REAL ID, saving significant time and effort. I'm grateful to our Revenue Office employees for working after hours the past few months to ensure every customer was served,' DFA Secretary Jim Hudson said. 'We remain committed to providing a great Revenue Office experience at offices across the state.'
Arkansas DFA moves to online license and ID so revenue offices can remain on REAL ID
A REAL ID is needed to board a flight or enter a federal building. There are 134 revenue offices in Arkansas for residents to obtain a REAL ID.
Anyone who needs a duplicate license and ID can do so online through July 1.
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