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4 days ago
- Automotive
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Uniontown Driver License Center to close for much of next week
The Uniontown Driver License Center will be closed for renovations during much of next week. Located at 855 North Gallatin Ave., the center will be closed from Tuesday to Saturday so renovation work can be completed, PennDOT officials say. It will reopen as normal on June 17. 'As part of the Shapiro Administration's commitment to enhancing customer experience, we're making important upgrades to our Uniontown location,' said Kara Templeton, PennDOT driver and vehicle services deputy secretary. 'While we understand the renovations may cause a temporary inconvenience, we're expanding services at our Waynesburg center to ensure uninterrupted access to driver licensing services.' PennDOT's Uniontown employees will be temporarily assigned to the Waynesburg Driver License Center at 1164 Willow Drive, officials say. During renovations, the Waynesburg center will be open Tuesday through Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Photo services will be available throughout that period. RELATED COVERAGE >>> Real ID law goes into effect; what changes now? Customers with a scheduled driving exam at the Uniontown center will be contacted and offered the same exam date and time at the Waynesburg center, officials say. You can find a complete list of driver license and photo center locations and their hours of operation by visiting Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Channel 11 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch WPXI NOW
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Politics
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Erie DMV hosting REAL ID event with deadline now passed
(WJET/WFXP)– With the REAL ID deadline in the rearview mirror, Erie's DMV will be hosting a REAL ID event for residents who still need to get theirs. After seeing a good turnout at previous events across the Commonwealth, PennDOT will be hosting the event on Monday, May 19, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. at the Erie DMV. Paul Miller Law goes into effect soon, here's what to know At the last round of events held across Pennsylvania, PennDOT said more than 7,000 people got their REAL ID and that nearly 60,000 people have gotten theirs from events like this. During these events, staff members focus solely on getting REAL IDs processed with attendees required to bring proof of identity, Social Security number, two proofs of current PA address, and proof of all legal name changes if applicable. Getting a REAL ID also comes with a one-time fee of $30, plus the applicable renewal fee, the current renewal fee is $39.50 for a four-year non-commercial driver's license and $42.50 for a photo ID. PA Game Commission reminds residents to leave young animals alone REAL ID, or another form of federally accepted ID like passports, will be needed to do things like board domestic commercial flights, enter military bases or enter some federal facilities now that the May 7 deadline has passed. 'We're always looking to ensure we provide the best possible customer service to Pennsylvanians,' said PennDOT Deputy Secretary for Driver and Vehicle Services Kara Templeton. 'Whether you're traveling soon or just want the peace of mind of having your REAL ID, our dedicated staff is making it as easy as possible for people who want a REAL ID to get one.' PennDOT also said anyone who got their first driver's license, learner's permit or photo ID card after Sep. 1, 2003, may have their REAL ID documents online already. They can apply for REAL ID and order their REAL ID online here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Automotive
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Another REAL ID event scheduled for Monday in Meadville
With the federal REAL ID Act now in effect, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is continuing to offer its REAL ID Days at driver license centers on Monday, including one in Meadville from 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. REAL ID Days continue to draw strong turnout, with nearly 10,000 REAL IDs issued during each of the past four events, state officials said. 'REAL ID Days help ensure we are meeting the needs of Pennsylvanians and delivering the best possible customer service to them,' said PennDOT Deputy Secretary for Driver and Vehicle Services Kara Templeton. 'For those who choose to get a REAL ID, we're dedicated to making the REAL ID process as convenient as possible.' While getting a REAL ID is optional in Pennsylvania, nearly 3 million Pennsylvanians have chosen to get one. A REAL ID or another form of federally acceptable identification (such as a valid passport or military ID) is required to board domestic commercial flights, enter a military base or enter certain federal facilities that require a federally acceptable form of ID. A valid passport is still required for international travel. REAL ID Days are held on Mondays when the centers are typically closed. During these events, centers will be exclusively processing REAL IDs to help Pennsylvanians obtain a REAL ID. The centers will still be open during their normal hours and people can also get a REAL ID or conduct other driver license business during that time. For a complete list of REAL ID Days events, visit PennDOT's website. Pennsylvanians can also still get a REAL ID if they decide its right for them. REAL ID products are a permanent part of PennDOT's services. Customers can visit driver license centers for numerous transactions other than REAL ID, and while some services do require an in-person visit, many online services are available at Some common transactions customers can complete online include change of address for non-commercial license and ID card holders, renewal and duplicates of non-commercial driver licenses and ID cards, paying a driver license restoration fee, and obtaining driver history records and restoration requirement letters. There are no additional fees for using online services. Federal REAL ID regulations require that PennDOT must verify the below documents to issue a REAL ID: • Proof of identity. Examples include an original or certified copy of a birth certificate filed with the State Office of Vital Records/Statistics with a raised/embossed seal, or a valid, unexpired U.S. Passport. • Proof of Social Security number (proof must display currently legal name and full nine digits of the Social Security number). Examples include a Social Security card, a W-2 form, a SSA-1099 form, a non-SSA-1099 form or a pay stub. • Two proofs of current, physical Pennsylvania address. Examples include a current, unexpired PA driver's license or identification card, vehicle registration, or a utility bill with the same name and address. • Proof of all legal name changes (if current legal name is different than what is reflected on proof of identity document). Examples include certified marriage certificate(s) issued by the County Court for each marriage, court order(s) approving a change in legal name, or adoption decree issued by your county's family court. Note: If current name is the same as what is reflected on the proof of identity document (usually birth certificate or passport), proof of legal name change does not need to be shown. After customers present the proper documentation and pay the applicable fee, they may obtain a REAL ID-compliant product by: • Receiving the product in the mail within 15 days if application was made at a Driver License Center. • Receiving the product over the counter, if application was made at one of PennDOT's 15 REAL ID compliant Driver License Centers. Customers who received their first Pennsylvania driver's license, learner's permit or photo ID card after Sept. 1, 2003, may already have their REAL ID documentation on file with PennDOT. These customers can apply for REAL ID pre-verification and order their REAL ID online.
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Automotive
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Another REAL ID event scheduled for Monday in Meadville
With the federal REAL ID Act now in effect, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is continuing to offer its REAL ID Days at driver license centers on Monday, including one in Meadville from 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. REAL ID Days continue to draw strong turnout, with nearly 10,000 REAL IDs issued during each of the past four events, state officials said. 'REAL ID Days help ensure we are meeting the needs of Pennsylvanians and delivering the best possible customer service to them,' said PennDOT Deputy Secretary for Driver and Vehicle Services Kara Templeton. 'For those who choose to get a REAL ID, we're dedicated to making the REAL ID process as convenient as possible.' While getting a REAL ID is optional in Pennsylvania, nearly 3 million Pennsylvanians have chosen to get one. A REAL ID or another form of federally acceptable identification (such as a valid passport or military ID) is required to board domestic commercial flights, enter a military base or enter certain federal facilities that require a federally acceptable form of ID. A valid passport is still required for international travel. REAL ID Days are held on Mondays when the centers are typically closed. During these events, centers will be exclusively processing REAL IDs to help Pennsylvanians obtain a REAL ID. The centers will still be open during their normal hours and people can also get a REAL ID or conduct other driver license business during that time. For a complete list of REAL ID Days events, visit PennDOT's website. Pennsylvanians can also still get a REAL ID if they decide its right for them. REAL ID products are a permanent part of PennDOT's services. Customers can visit driver license centers for numerous transactions other than REAL ID, and while some services do require an in-person visit, many online services are available at Some common transactions customers can complete online include change of address for non-commercial license and ID card holders, renewal and duplicates of non-commercial driver licenses and ID cards, paying a driver license restoration fee, and obtaining driver history records and restoration requirement letters. There are no additional fees for using online services. Federal REAL ID regulations require that PennDOT must verify the below documents to issue a REAL ID: • Proof of identity. Examples include an original or certified copy of a birth certificate filed with the State Office of Vital Records/Statistics with a raised/embossed seal, or a valid, unexpired U.S. Passport. • Proof of Social Security number (proof must display currently legal name and full nine digits of the Social Security number). Examples include a Social Security card, a W-2 form, a SSA-1099 form, a non-SSA-1099 form or a pay stub. • Two proofs of current, physical Pennsylvania address. Examples include a current, unexpired PA driver's license or identification card, vehicle registration, or a utility bill with the same name and address. • Proof of all legal name changes (if current legal name is different than what is reflected on proof of identity document). Examples include certified marriage certificate(s) issued by the County Court for each marriage, court order(s) approving a change in legal name, or adoption decree issued by your county's family court. Note: If current name is the same as what is reflected on the proof of identity document (usually birth certificate or passport), proof of legal name change does not need to be shown. After customers present the proper documentation and pay the applicable fee, they may obtain a REAL ID-compliant product by: • Receiving the product in the mail within 15 days if application was made at a Driver License Center. • Receiving the product over the counter, if application was made at one of PennDOT's 15 REAL ID compliant Driver License Centers. Customers who received their first Pennsylvania driver's license, learner's permit or photo ID card after Sept. 1, 2003, may already have their REAL ID documentation on file with PennDOT. These customers can apply for REAL ID pre-verification and order their REAL ID online.
Yahoo
11-04-2025
- Yahoo
PennDOT holds press conference for Real ID deadline
AVOCA, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— The deadline to get REAL ID is approaching fast. PennDOT held a news conference at the Wilkes-Barre Scranton international airport to urge Pennsylvanians to prepare for the enforcement. You will need a REAL ID-compliant driver`s license starting May 7 or another form of federally-accepted identification such as a passport to board domestic flights, enter certain federal facilities, or military bases. Will tax on skill games make next Pennsylvania budget? 'The best thing anybody can do to be prepared for that is go to our website. Take a look to see what documents are needed. We'll need to approve of identity documents, your social security card, or other proof of social security number, showing all of the digits and two proofs of residency,' Kara Templeton, deputy secretary driver and vehicle services, PennDOT. Templeton also advises to show documentation of name changes if it is different from present documentation to be provided for the real id application. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
