08-05-2025
Real ID is now in effect – what do you need to know?
Real ID is now in effect – what do you need to know?
LEWISBURG, WV (WVNS) – Walking into the Greenbrier Valley Airport, it was not hard to see the changes.
Scattered around TSA security were signs, asking you to 'Be Your Real ID Self.'
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This is all part of a new national mandate affecting the country starting on Wednesday, May 7th.
'We were pretty much ready for this. About three years ago, we updated our security cameras, our baggage equipment and everything. We did a lot of upgrades.'
Martha Livesay, Airport Director at Greenbrier Valley Airport
Airport travelers in the states are now required to use a federally compliant Real ID.
While other forms can be used, like a passport, it too must be compliant with Real ID.
Your identification is Real ID compliant if it has a star marking on the upper top portion.
Airport Director Martha Livesay said if you have not gotten the appropriate ID, get it as soon as possible.
'Be prepared, make sure you have your Real ID. If you don't, go to the DMV and get it taken care of. That way, it will avoid any issues.'
Martha Livesay, Airport Director at Greenbrier Valley Airport
This national mandate is part of The Real ID Act of 2005.
It was signed into law by former President George W. Bush after the September 11th attacks.
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Intended to take effect in 2008, the law faced numerous delays, including the recent COVID-19 Pandemic.
Now with the law in effect, make sure you are Real ID ready!
'I don't foresee problems. If we were to have a problem, we will address it and hopefully guide we can guide the person and everything will go nicely.'
Martha Livesay, Airport Director at Greenbrier Valley Airport
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