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Registry officials urge residents to prepare for Real ID compliance while expanding in‑person services
Summary
Registry witnesses told the committee that Massachusetts’ Real ID outreach is increasing appointment availability, weekend slots and language services, and urged residents who plan to fly without passports to obtain Real ID credentials before the federal deadline.
The Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) told the Joint Committee on Ways and Means it has expanded outreach and appointments to help residents get Real ID credentials before the federal compliance date.
A registry official said Massachusetts is at about 57% Real ID compliance and that the RMV has launched a media campaign and added Saturday appointments, expanded interpreter services and language…
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