My guess is that most people have paid little attention to this simmering controversy over the federal government's plan to require states to meet the Real ID requirements to be implemented on May 11, 2008. You should click on the link at the end of this post to understand the import on a state-by-state basis.
The personal solution to this controversy at this time is to obtain a passport if you don't already have one.
Here is one excerpt from the linked information:
What is Real ID?
Federal regulations creating a uniform national ID card--called Real ID--take effect on May 11 (2008). If your state hasn't agreed in principle to upgrade its driver's licenses to be Real ID-compliant, you could have trouble traveling by air and taking advantage of some government services.
A CNET News.com survey shows that just over half of the states have signed up, while some have flatly refused to participate, typically citing costs or sovereignty worries. Privacy is another concern, with a mandatory barcode on Real ID cards lacking encryption or legal prohibitions against misuse, and mandatory linking of states' motor vehicle databases.
Vermont has requested an extension until 12/31/2009 for implementation of the requirements. Below is a quote form the linked-to article:
Vermont
"Vermont requested and was granted an extension until December 31, 2009."
--John Zicconi, spokesman, Vermont Agency of Transportation
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