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You'll be able to continue to use your standard driver license and ID card to board all domestic commercial flights until enforcement begins in October 2020. After that, it will become important for Washington travelers to ensure they have acceptable identification

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When the REAL ID Act goes into effect on Oct. 1, 2020, standard Washington driver licenses will no longer be accepted as valid identification for the purpose of domestic air travel. There are many other REAL ID-compliant options. Visit https://t.co/z5gJJ1v5Ib. #REALID #AirTravel https://t.co/qP8wUkZWzD
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When buying a used car, be curious. Has there been major work on the vehicle? Are there receipts? Any liens? Is the seller a possible curbstoner? These are just some of the questions worth considering. Get answers and more tips: https://t.co/WzL3UPuDyP #CarBuyingTips #DOL https://t.co/ZrPKFSHRls
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WSU has the best-selling license plate in the state, but on the football field, UW has matched the Cougars win for win in 2019. Who will come out on top in today's Apple Cup? Order your specialty plate: https://t.co/hQU880FrBP #AppleCup https://t.co/Xl9vma2AD1
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All DOL offices will be closed Thursday and Friday (Nov. 28 and 29) in observance of Thanksgiving and Native American Heritage Day, respectively. Many services will be available online: https://t.co/X2DTDjpu3A See our holiday hours: https://t.co/Ww611RZHa1 #HolidayHours #DOL
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After 38 years, Washington’s emissions testing program ends Jan. 1, 2020. Vehicles scheduled for testing in 2019 still need an emissions test before tabs can be renewed. Driving with expired tabs can result in a fine of up to $228. Learn more: https://t.co/QG2DKEUYQX @EcologyWA https://t.co/uj2WcpM2kw

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