As of Wednesday, May 7, the implementation of the implementation of Real ID has led some Americans to share their thoughts and concerns about the new travel requirements.
Even though TSA carried out the "Your Real ID" campaign and shared that personal identification "must be a real ID," some passengers pointed out the latest news about current airport policies.
"Rhetoric has been dialed back to the truth," said one Redditor on social media.
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"From 'must be a real ID' to 'extra filtering' may require additional filtering'. People are still going out to get your real ID card," read the post.
"Okay, then give me an extra screening," another user joked.
Transport authorities say non-compliant passengers may face additional screening procedures rather than a complete denial as of May 7. (Fox News figures)
Another added: “It is in everyone’s best interest to have a passport or real ID/other accepted documents.”
A TSA spokesman told Fox News Digital: "Passengers have presented state-issued proof of identity that passengers who do not meet the true ID at TSA checkpoints and do not have another acceptable alternative form of ID form will be informed that they are non-compliant."
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"(They) may be directed to a separate area and may receive additional screening," a spokesperson said.
In Tuesday's Reddit thread, titled "Tomorrow's Real ID Apocalypse" (referring to May 7), users shared their thoughts.
According to the TSA, passengers with non-compliant actual IDs “can target individual areas and may undergo additional screening.” (Fox News figures)
One user commented: "They have said that if you don't have a real ID, you can still pass, and you'll go through a longer process."
Another Redditor said: “I’m sure there will be loopholes.
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One user said: "Travelers must use an updated real ID license or passport/passport card when traveling, and many people won't have it."
A Redditor posted a message about flights without a real ID card, "The Secretary of Homeland Security said travelers without a real ID card can fly now, but there may be additional steps."
True ID enforcement has begun on Wednesday, May 7. (Reuters/DC DMV)
On the website under TSA's "Real ID", the agency lists what will happen if the flyer does not provide a real ID or other compliance logo.
IT noted: "Passengers who propose state-issued proof of identity do not meet the actual ID at the TSA checkpoint and do not have another acceptable form of ID ID will be notified of their non-compliance, may target individual areas and may be subject to additional screening."
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Under the “Safety Screening” section of this website, the agency notes other possible screenings, such as “Landing Screening.”
"From the time you arrive at the airport and the destination, other security measures have been taken," it said.
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The agency added: "TSA has adjusted its processes and procedures to meet evolving threats and to reach the highest level of transportation safety. Therefore, you may notice changes in our procedures from time to time."