Arlington National Cemetery to require REAL ID starting May 7

Those driving into Arlington National Cemetery will need to be REAL ID compliant, the facility said Wednesday.

Starting May 7, the identification is required for domestic flights and to access certain federal facilities, including the cemetery. Anyone over 18 entering Arlington National Cemetery in a vehicle should be prepared to present REAL ID at the security checkpoint.

“This applies to funeral attendees, family pass holders, honor flights, contractors who do not possess a Department...