Washington drivers under 25 now need a work zone course for a first license
North Carolina drops the Driving Eligibility Certificate for teen permits
Pennsylvania hands-free law: $50 fines replace warnings from June 2026 Thursday 1 January 2026
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Connecticut learner’s permit now needs a work zone safety course
Since 1 January 2026, anyone applying for a Connecticut learner's permit must complete a free online Work Zone Safety Course and hand the certificate to the DMV before the knowledge test.
Monday 1 December 2025
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No REAL ID at the airport now costs $45 for TSA ConfirmID
Since 1 February 2026, air travelers who reach TSA without a REAL ID or other acceptable ID can pay $45 to try identity checks through TSA ConfirmID, valid for 10 days.
Wednesday 7 May 2025
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REAL ID enforcement begins: what new drivers should ask for
From 7 May 2025, travelers aged 18 and over need a REAL ID-compliant license or ID card, or another accepted ID such as a passport, to pass TSA airport security on domestic flights.
Thursday 20 March 2025
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Wisconsin teens can now take the DMV knowledge test online at home
Wisconsin DMV now lets students aged 15 to 17 take the Class D knowledge test at home with a parent or guardian watching. The online test costs $10 per attempt and in-person testing stays…
Wednesday 1 November 2023
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Oklahoma teens need a Work Zone Safe course for an intermediate license
Since 1 November 2023, Oklahoma teens must complete the online Work Zone Safe course before testing for an intermediate license. A new Farm Driving Permit for 14 to 17 year olds started the same…