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Governor Dayton Signs Bill to Authorize Real ID in Minnesota

5/18/2017 12:11:28 AM

Governor first called for legislative action over two years ago, to allow Minnesotans to continue boarding airplanes with a compliant driver’s license
 
ST. PAUL, MN – Governor Mark Dayton today signed Chapter 76, HF 3, to authorize the Department of Public Safety to move forward on Real ID in Minnesota. This authorization means that Minnesotans will continue to be able to board domestic flights, with a compliant driver’s license. Governor Dayton first called for legislative action to resolve Real ID more than two years ago.
 
The following is a statement from Governor Mark Dayton:
 
"I am very pleased that the Legislature has finally passed this critical bipartisan measure, which will allow Minnesotans to continue to board airplanes, and access federal facilities, with a compliant driver’s license.” 
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