Idaho Transportation Department Recommends Updating Identification Before 2020

By Gemma Gaudette

Published February 26, 2019 at 3:17 PM MST

Idahoans will need to get a Star Card ID from the DMV by October, 2020 if they want to fly or enter a federal building.

The Real ID Act of 2005 was a post-9/11 attempt to normalize government-issued ID standards across the country. Beginning in 2020, Idahoans will need a Star Card to board flights and enter federal buildings. Idaho Matters talks about the new ID standards with the state's DMV.

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Hi! I’m Gemma Gaudette, the host of the award-winning show, Idaho Matters. During the day you’ll find me researching and writing about all the fascinating topics we tackle on our show. And of course, at noon, each weekday you’ll find me live behind the microphone as Idaho Matters airs.

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