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House Republicans are maneuvering to advance a party-line Reconciliation 3.0 package, but internal opposition over offsets and policy fights — including the SAVE America Act, Real ID-backed voting grants, defense funding, and Planned Parenthood defunding — threaten to derail a July deadline and reveal stubborn intra‑party splits despite Johnson’s optimism.
North Dakota Rep. Julie Fedorchak will roll out the SAVE America Through REAL ID Act, proposing a $50 million-per-year grant program to help states offer REAL ID–compliant IDs for voting as a way to embed election safeguards in a GOP reconciliation bill, addressing cost concerns for low-income voters and potential Senate-friendly constraints. The move is being discussed alongside House leadership as Republicans seek to include elements of the SAVE Act in a forthcoming party-line package.
Aziz Ansari spoofed FBI Director Kash Patel in SNL's cold open with a satirical press conference, riffing on security incidents and political jabs, while Olivia Rodrigo hosted the episode with a REAL ID–themed monologue and performances (featuring a Debbie Harry cameo). The piece also notes upcoming hosts and a finale lineup as SNL heads toward its summer break, including Matt Damon on May 9 and a May 16 finale with Will Ferrell and Paul McCartney.
The Trump administration is reportedly weighing a retroactive mandate for banks to collect proof of citizenship from all current and new customers, excluding REAL IDs; the policy would likely be pursued via executive action rather than legislation, and White House/ Treasury positions are unclear. Industry groups warn the move would be costly and logistically unworkable, raising concerns about nationwide implementation and potential GOP pushback.
Starting February 1, 2026, travelers without a REAL ID or approved ID at U.S. airports will face a $45 fee and must verify their identity online before passing through TSA security, with the process taking up to 30 minutes. The REAL ID, which looks similar to a standard driver's license but includes a star, is required for domestic flights and federal access, but not for international travel, where a passport remains necessary.
Approximately 325,000 Californians must replace their Real IDs due to a software error that incorrectly extended the validity of some cards issued to legal immigrants, potentially allowing them to remain valid beyond their legal stay. The DMV is notifying affected individuals and waiving fees for replacements, but the implications for those who do not update their IDs remain unclear.
Approximately 325,000 Californians, mostly legal immigrants, will need to replace their REAL IDs due to a DMV software error that caused some IDs to have mismatched expiration dates; the DMV is waiving fees and expediting replacements, with most affected individuals receiving notices soon.
Approximately 325,000 Californians, mostly legal immigrants, will need to replace their REAL IDs due to a DMV software error that caused some IDs to have incorrect expiration dates. The DMV is waiving fees and expediting the replacement process, with most affected individuals receiving notices soon. The issue stems from a legacy system from 2006, and the DMV assures that REAL IDs were not issued to undocumented individuals.
Approximately 325,000 Californians need to replace their Real IDs due to a software error caused by legacy coding from 2006, with the DMV waiving fees for replacements and notifying affected individuals to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
2025 was marked by significant aviation incidents, including deadly crashes and safety investigations, but also saw record-breaking air travel and new security measures like the REAL ID requirement and the removal of shoes-off security policy, amidst ongoing efforts to modernize air traffic control and manage increased holiday travel.
The TSA clarified that Costco membership cards do not qualify as a REAL ID, debunking social media rumors, and emphasized the proper forms of identification required for airline travel under new regulations.
Costco membership cards are not a valid replacement for government-issued ID at TSA security checkpoints, although they may help confirm identity if no other ID is available. Travelers should use proper identification like a passport or Real ID to pass through security, as Costco cards do not meet federal requirements despite their inclusion of a photo and name.
The TSA has updated its security policies, now requiring travelers to use official IDs like driver's licenses or state IDs for domestic flights, and explicitly banning the use of Costco cards as valid identification, following the implementation of the REAL ID Act.
The TSA clarifies that a Costco membership card is not an acceptable form of ID for airport security, despite rumors suggesting otherwise. Travelers must present a Real ID or other TSA-approved identification to fly within the U.S., and using a Costco card as ID is not valid. The TSA emphasizes the importance of carrying proper identification to avoid issues at security checkpoints.
Californians must obtain a Real ID by May 7, 2025, to board domestic flights and enter secure federal facilities. The Real ID Act, aimed at improving security post-9/11, requires specific documentation for application, which can be initiated online and completed at a DMV office. Nearly 17 million Californians have already obtained the Real ID, but many still need to comply before the deadline.