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Drivers Reminded to Have I.D. Ready When Entering Gates.ArchiveWhen approaching the gates to Fort Detrick, everyone, especially the vehicle driver, must present a valid I.D., such as a Common Access Card, a DOD-issued I.D. or a state-issued I.D. card. Please have I.D.s readily accessible, not in card holder or wallet with plastic window. Be sure installation guards can visually see inside your entire vehicle in order to validate that all persons inside the vehicle have presented valid credentials; this might require the back passenger windows to be rolled down for taller vehicles and/or darker tinted windows. The guard will physically take possession of your I.D. cards in order to validate the photo to the person and observe for the front and back for tampering. By DPTMS 1 Min Read

Navy Installations Begin Enforcement of REAL ID Act

Regional NewsNavy installations worldwide will no longer authorize base access for individuals who do not have an approved U.S. government-issued credential or state driver’s license that is compliant with the REAL ID Act of 2005. By Ed Wright, Navy Installation Command Public Affairs 2 Min Read

Licenses from 5 states banned at DOD bases Regional NewsDefense Department installations will no longer accept driver’s licenses from Minnesota, Illinois, Missouri, New Mexico and Washington as proof of identity, DOD officials said. By Jim Garamone DOD News, Defense Media Activity 1 Min Read

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ArchiveIn the past week Garrison leadership has received abundant feedback from the community on installation access. Some mention a more detailed identification check at the gates. Others have expressed frustration at the amount of time to enter Fort Detrick through the Veterans Gate, sometimes taking 30 minutes to access the installation. There are several factors I must consider in balancing security with convenience on post. Please keep in mind, my number one priority is the safety and security on Fort Detrick. 3 Min Read

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