“There is a standard application fee involved to complete this process ($41),” Ongtoaboc said. “If an individual wants to cancel a REAL ID driver’s license due to a physical or mental ...

The 2005 law enacted the Sept. 11, 2001 commission’s recommendation to approve stricter federal requirements for issuing identification cards, although enforcement has been postponed multiple times.

The T.S.A. is reminding travelers that Costco cards are not on their own going to get you through security. “Can’t fly on hot dogs and hope,” the agency said.

Real ID compliant cards feature a gold star in the upper right corner of the card. While those who don't have a compliant card, it will say "NOT FOR FEDERAL ID" in the upper right corner.